Why is My Dog Eating Poop? Understanding Coprophagia. Why is My Dog Eating Poop? Understanding Coprophagia in Dogs by Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, (Dog Behaviorist) Certified Behavior Consultant. Coprophagia, the consumption of feces, is a behavior that many dog owners find both concerning and repulsive. This is a common behavior among dogs, and while […]