Most of us have a hard time getting our dogs to eat vegetables and when we find them eating grass, we feel that there is something wrong. While eating grass is not so unusual that 
you need to make an appointment with your vet immediately, it is something that you should be observing very closely.
It is not true that dogs only eat grass when they don’t feel well. There are several reasons why your dog can eat grass, primarily among them being something very simple as an upset stomach. This should go away in a day or two and your dog should stop eating grass once his stomach feels better. So there is no need to panic, listed below are some of the reasons why dogs eat grass.
Reasons why dogs eat grass
Upset Stomach
An upset stomach is the most common reason why dogs tend to feed on grass. If your dog has an upset stomach, he will tend to swallow the grass whole, with little or no chewing at all. Grass swallowed, will induce vomiting, resulting in your dog purging out whatever irritated his stomach. Normally an upset stomach goes away in a couple of days after which your dog will resume his normal not eating grass habits.
Some dogs just love eating grass
It is not unusual that your pet is one of those grass loving canines. Just like some people prefer eating vegetables, some dogs may love eating grass. These dogs tend to nibble on grass rather than swallow it whole, digesting it and gaining its nutrients. Some of these dogs will also love to eat other vegetables like beans, cauliflower, broccoli and even okra.
You will find that even fruits like bananas, apples and grapes can be quite a hit with these canines. Just because dogs love to eat vegetables does not mean they are herbivores or can stay off meat. Vegetables are an added supplement that can be great for your dog’s health. If your dog is eating them willingly, there is nothing like it.
Eating grass to supplement lack of nutrients
Dogs like most of us, need a varied diet, a combination of meat and vegetables to be healthy. If you are feeding your dog basic dog food that is predominantly meat, your dog may require additional supplements which they may be eating in the form of grass. If you find your dog nibbling grass, make sure that you supplement his diet with vegetables. While it is difficult to differentiate if your dog is lacking in nutrients or simply likes his veggies, it is a good idea to include a variety of vegetables in his diet.
What you should know is that as long as your dog is eating grass without pesticides and fertilizers, nibbling grass is actually good for them. While vomiting can be something you’d rather avoid in your dog, fresh grass won’t do harm to your dog.
Grass has very high nutritional value. It is rich in antioxidants which reduce the risk of heart disease, strokes and cancer in dogs. Grass has large amounts of vitamin B which is very good for your pet’s general well-being, healthy skin and nervous system.
In a nutshell, a dog eating grass is nothing to be worried about, unless he exhibits other effects of gastrointestinal disorders. Just make sure that the grass your dog chews or swallows is organic, for grass loaded with pesticides will actually cause severe intestinal disorders. The best way to make sure your dog is eating healthy grass is by growing a patch for him. Also be sure to include a variety of vegetables to satisfy his dietary needs. A dog who loves nibbling and eating grass is ultimately a healthier dog.