Why does my dog kick up grass?
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2 Answers
In the wild, canines may kick the ground after elimination for sanitary reasons. They are simply covering up the mess. But the behavior is also a way to mark territory. All dogs have glands in their feet that secrete pheromones, and a couple of backward scratches into the earth releases those chemicals.
Just a small addition to agreement w/ previous post. This kicking the ground spreads the dog's scent.