THE STORY ON DOGS EATING CAT POOP
- NOT Your Idea of a Scooby Snack -
There are certain things that animals do that we, as humans, just can’t get away with - nor would we want to! If you’re a dog owner, you’ve probably seen your pooch eat a few ...questionable items that you’d rather not think about. And, if you own both cats and dogs, one of those gross-out moments might have been seeing your dog eat your cat’s poop. Not the most appetizing thing to think about, especially when your dog wants to “kiss” you right after engaging in such behavior! No thanks!
Here’s a little more about this yucky situation that most pet owners face - and how to prevent it.
Why do dogs do it?
So why on earth would a dog do something as nasty as eat poop? According to the American Kennel Club, the simple explanation for this is that dogs are scavengers - they are not too proud to eat garbage, poop, a decomposing animal or any number of things that we humans would find utterly disgusting. When it comes to eating cat poop, experts explain that the poop actually carries the aroma of the cat food very recently digested by your furry feline. Thus, a dog is attracted to its scent and views it as a potential snack.
Is it harmful to dogs?
Now that you know that otherwise esteemed doggo thinks cat poop makes a suitable snack - blech! - you’re likely wondering if it’s bad for your dog to ingest. Could it make him sick? According to the American Kennel Club, cat poop could possibly hurt your pup in the event that the cat poop is carrying some sort of parasite or harmful bacteria. Some of these bacteria or parasites can be transferred, and the cat may not even exhibit signs of illness. Furthermore, litter can be harmful if it clumps inside of your pet’s stomach.
Is it harmful to your cat?
Does it bother your cat to have the family dog eat her poop? You bet! Your cat thrives on privacy and a sense of peace and security wherever her litter box is placed. Having the dog come and go at any time he pleases will frustrate your cat and likely prevent a harmonious environment among the pets within your household.
A simple way to prevent this from happening.
Now that you know eating cat poop can potentially harm your dog’s health - and keep your cat from feeling happy and secure in your home - what can you do about this gross fact of pet life to keep it from occurring? Door Buddy is a practical solution. By using Door Buddy on the door leading to your cat’s litter box, your dog will no longer be able to get into the room, but your cat will still be able to access her own private area. Door Buddy is affordable, simple to use and makes a great gift for any loving pet owner. Try one, and you’re guaranteed to have happier dogs and cats in no time flat!
WHAT IS DOOR BUDDY?
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Door Buddy is an Adjustable Door Strap that allows your door to open wide enough for your cat to easily enter and exit the room while also keeping it narrow enough so your dog (if slightly larger than your cat) cannot fit through and are therefore kept out.
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WHY DOOR BUDDY?
Because it is simple, convenient, installs in seconds and it works! Use the adjuster to customize the width of the door opening (typically between 2" to 6") to work with the exact sizes of your cat, dog, and baby!
It is perfect for pet owners and new parents that just don't want to deal with the hassle of a pet gate or for those who are not ready for the daunting task of cutting a permanent hole in their door to install a cat door.
Door Buddy installs in seconds and the latch is easy to lock and unlock with one hand from either side of the door for quick and convenient access to the room.
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WILL IT WORK FOR MY DOOR?
Yes! Door Buddy works great perfectly on left and right swinging doors, doors that push or pull open, pocket doors, double doors, and bi-fold doors. You can even install on the back of the door for greater strength and resistance to pressure.
Just be sure to install it on your door and door frame only. Do NOT install on drywall or wallpaper.
See Examples shown in the INSTALLATION GUIDE.
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WILL IT BE STRONG ENOUGH FOR MY DOG?
For most dogs, ABSOLUTELY! Our customers have dogs ranging anywhere from 12 to 120 pounds and they love it. A lot of them are pleasantly surprised at how strong the adhesive is and how well it holds up to any added pressure.
However, please note that if your dog is a lot smaller than your cat or if you have a very aggressive dog, it may not work. If you're in doubt, make sure to check out our reviews for real customer experiences.
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I HAVE A TODDLER, WILL IT WORK FOR ME?
Maybe yes. Maybe No. It depends on what you consider "toddler". It is usually best to start using Door Buddy early when your baby just starts crawling. Then, when they reach the toddler stage they will know that room is "off-limits" already. If you start using Door Buddy when your little one is older than 2 years old then there is a chance that they will be able to push hard enough for the adhesives to come off.
However, please review the INSTALLATION GUIDE provided for alternative methods of installation for greater strength and resistance to pressure.
Just remember that Door Buddy is intended to be a deterrent only and is meant to make your and your cat's life easier. Like any baby-proofing product, it is not a substitute for proper adult supervision.
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HOW IS THE DOOR BUDDY DOG PRODUCTS DIFFERENT TO THE BABY PRODUCTS?
There are no differences between our dog and baby products. We just want to make sure all pawrents (hooman and pets) get what they need and can find their products quickly through our packaging.
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DOOR BUDDY IS MADE IN THE USA!
So, what are you waiting for?
Don't struggle anymore.
Choose the easier way to give your cat a new safe space to eat, use the litter box, or just a place where your cat can relax without being harassed by your dog or being chased by your little one.