Dr. Andrew Jones - Veterinary Secrets

06/05/2026

🚨 DOG EATING P**P? (Coprophagia) Yep—gross. Also common.

I heard this complaint constantly in practice: “Doc… please stop my dog from eating poop.” Fair request. Because nobody wants kisses right after a “backyard snack.”

So why do dogs do this?
Sometimes it’s instinct. UC Davis researcher Dr. Benjamin Hart suggested ancestral canids may have eaten fresh f***s around denning areas to reduce parasite spread. Not charming… but possibly wired in.

A few weird-but-useful facts:
1. About 20% of dogs show serious poop-eating at some point
2. More common in multi-dog homes
3. Females are more likely than males
4. 92% prefer fresh stool (1–2 days old)
5. 85% prefer another dog’s stool
6. “Greedy eaters” and food thieves are more likely to do it

When to look deeper:
Most cases are behavioral, but sometimes it’s linked to digestive enzyme deficiency, poor absorption, vitamin deficiency (especially B vitamins), parasites, poor diet quality, chronic digestive issues, excess hunger, stress, or boredom. If it’s sudden or paired with weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, increased appetite, or a poor coat—get your dog checked.

The 3-step plan I’d try:

1) Add a good vitamin/mineral supplement
Some dogs may be chasing a nutritional gap. One theory: thiamine (B1). F***l microbes can produce it—so a deficient dog may try to “get it from the source.” Lovely, right?

2) Try digestive enzymes
High-carb diets can leave partially digested nutrients in stool, making it more “interesting.” Look for amylase, lipase, protease.
Start: ¼ capsule per 20 lbs daily, mixed into food.

3) Make the stool taste bad (short-term)
Products like Forbid use an MSG-like ingredient. Not for long-term use, but it can work fast.
Amount: ⅛ tsp on food daily for a few days up to a week.

Don’t forget the basics:
Pick up stool quickly. Keep the yard clean. Walk after meals. Improve the diet (more protein, fewer carbs). Increase exercise and mental stimulation. And don’t punish after the fact—it usually just makes them sneakier.

06/05/2026

Cancer affects far too many dogs, and what you feed may matter more than most people realize.

In this video, I’m sharing 7 simple foods that may help support your dog’s long-term health and potentially help lower cancer risk.

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06/05/2026

Pet of The Week!!

This is Rosie:
"Rosie is a good girl. She is so sweet and cuddly. She also goes by Rosa sometimes." - Shawn D. (pet parent)

Rosie has such a kind and adorable face🥰 .This picture of her is amazing, I love the color of her fur.

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06/05/2026

Tula’s breath was not always what I’d call welcoming.

The good news is there are simple things you can try at home to help reduce odor-causing bacteria and support better oral health.

Here are the steps I would take if my dog had halitosis.

Read more: https://veterinarysecrets.com/smelly-dog-breath-5-new-remedies/

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06/05/2026

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06/05/2026

Your Pet’s Ear Infection Keeps Coming Back? Hypochlorous Acid May Help

Use 4 to 5 drops, massage the ear well, wipe out the debris, and repeat twice a day for 5 to 7 days.

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06/04/2026

🚨 4 DOG FEEDING MISTAKES THAT RAISE DISEASE RISK (AND WHAT I’D DO INSTEAD)

Cancer is now one of the leading causes of death in dogs, with estimates as high as 1 in 3 developing cancer in their lifetime. That number hits me personally—my last three dogs died of cancer.

This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about making better choices where you can.

Food doesn’t just “feed” your dog. It can influence how genes behave over time (epigenetics). In plain language: diet can turn certain disease-related pathways up or down.

Here are the 4 feeding mistakes I avoid:

1) Letting your dog become overweight
A major lifespan study found dogs kept lean lived up to 2 years longer and delayed serious disease. You should be able to feel ribs easily, see a waist from above, and a tucked abdomen from the side. Extra fat isn’t just weight—it’s inflammatory.
Do instead: adjust portions based on your dog’s body, not the bag.

2) Too many treats
Treats quietly become a daily carb bomb. Many are basically dog cookies, and extra glucose gets stored as fat.
Do instead: use single-ingredient animal protein treats (freeze-dried chicken, liver). Keep treats to

06/04/2026

That’s a big cat!

06/04/2026

More dogs and cats are being diagnosed with diabetes, and that has a lot of pet parents asking the same question:

What actually helps?

One of the biggest places I’d look is diet.

Read more: https://veterinarysecrets.com/dog-and-cat-diabetes-diet-and-natural-support/

Dog and cat diabetes diet and natural support tips, including insulin guidance, glucose testing, ketones, low-carb food, and supplements.

06/04/2026

Dog Cancer Prevention Starts With the Food Bowl

If your dog is carrying extra weight, that is not just “more to love.”

It may also be more inflammation, more disease risk, and more trouble later.

Read more: https://veterinarysecrets.com/4-dog-feeding-mistakes/

Prevent cancer by avoiding 4 common mistakes: overweight, too many treats, refined carbs, and all-kibble diets. Simple upgrades inside.