Difference between revisions of "Chewing on leather"
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| − | Some animals, such as [[Horsehide - Horse leather|horses]] or [[Alpaca fur & Llama fur|alpacas]], are occasionally | + | Some animals, such as [[Horsehide - Horse leather|horses]] or [[Alpaca fur & Llama fur|alpacas]], are occasionally seen to be chewing [[leather]], for example [[leather straps]]. This habit is interpreted by veterinarians in such a way that chewing is relieves stress and is soothing. Furthermore, the chewing process - similar to humans chewing gum in - increases the salivary flow which in turn regulates the acid-base ratio in the mouth and prevents dental caries |
Revision as of 09:05, 14 December 2016
Some animals, such as horses or alpacas, are occasionally seen to be chewing leather, for example leather straps. This habit is interpreted by veterinarians in such a way that chewing is relieves stress and is soothing. Furthermore, the chewing process - similar to humans chewing gum in - increases the salivary flow which in turn regulates the acid-base ratio in the mouth and prevents dental caries
Video about a leather chewing alpaca.
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