As temperatures warm in parts of the U.S. so do the winter deposits of fecal material in yards and parks. For some dogs who are coprophagic, this is akin to an Easter egg hunt for tasty treats. This article offers some insight on the subject.
Source: Clinician’s Brief, July 2015. (partial access)
Coprophagia, the consuming of fecal matter, is a frequent complaint by dog owners. Consequences include gastrointestinal (GI) upset, intestinal parasitic infection, transmission of infectious disease, medication toxicity and owner disgust.