This article has been viewed 535,643 times. In this case, 90% of readers who voted found the article helpful, earning it our reader-approved status. WikiHow marks an article as reader-approved once it receives enough positive feedback. Some dogs may also ingest their own droppings or damaged objects, in order to remove the object of possible punishment (often in memory of past reprimands). Dogs can do this out of frustration, boredom, anxiety, or to attract the owners ‘ attention. There are 11 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. Pica in adult dogs may have a purely behavioral origin. She has a Master of Business Administration from Santa Clara University and a BS from Rutgers University. Beverly has over 18 years of dog behavior training experience and specializes in dog aggression and anxiety training. Borammy Nutritional Supplements 180 Capsules/Bottle Pet Trace Element Tablets Rich Nutrients Health Care Food Dogs Improve Pica Multivitamin Supplements for Pet.
She has also been featured on TV as a dog behavior expert. She has been voted the best private dog trainer in the San Francisco Bay Area 4 times by SF Chronicle and by Bay Woof, and she has won 4 "Top Dog Blog" awards. She is a Certified CGC (Canine Good Citizen) Evaluator by the American Kennel Club and has served on the Board of Directors for the American Humane Association and Rocket Dog Rescue. Beverly Ulbrich is a Dog Behaviorist and Trainer and the Founder of The Pooch Coach, a private dog training business based in the San Francisco Bay Area. This article was co-authored by Beverly Ulbrich.