You do it almost every day: you take your dog for a walk, he sniffs, explores, and at some point, he stops and starts eating grass with absolute concentration.
And immediately the thought pops into your head: "Is he sick? Does he want to vomit?"
It's one of the most common myths among dog owners. In reality, studies show that only 25% of dogs who eat grass vomit afterward. It's not the rule—it's the exception. Most dogs eat grass, feel perfectly fine, and continue their walk as if nothing happened.
The real explanation is much more interesting than we think.
It's a normal—and very ancient—behavior
First of all, something important: eating grass is a common and documented behavior in dogs of all breeds, ages, and lifestyles. It's not a peculiarity of your dog in particular.
