Well my cats sometimes eat grass in the yard. It's said that they eat grass to get rid of their digestive tract of something unpleasant or inedible. Another explanation is that eating grass can add nutrients or fiber, or perhaps just because cats like the taste, etc. But eating too much will be a problem. read more
Another explanation is that eating grass can add nutrients or fiber, or perhaps just because cats like the taste, etc. But eating too much will be a problem. Cats don't have the necessary enzymes to digest a large amount of grass, which is why it can make them sick. read more
Many folks wonder why their dogs and cats eat grass. The reasons can vary from the fact that they like the taste soothing an empty or upset stomach. read more
Pregnant elephants eat from a specific tree to induce labor, and chimps have been observed eating special leaves to remove parasites. Many animals eat dirt to help them digest toxins in their diets. Even domestic animals show signs of self-medication, despite the time and distance removed from their wild ancestors. read more