Pet owners are being urged to be vigilant to keep their dogs safe
Dog owners are being urged to be careful on nature walks after a number of pets have ingested a 'toxic' weed and fallen ill.
Pet insurance comparison expert at Quotezone.co.uk, Helen Rolph said: “When out on walkies, whether it’s in a park, in the countryside or forest, it’s important to be vigilant and make sure that your dog doesn’t ingest anything toxic. Autumn crocus Autumn crocuses are highly toxic to dogs due to the presence of colchicine which is extremely potent and can have severe and potentially lethal effects on dogs. Colchicine poisoning can occur when your dog ingests any part of the autumn crocus plant. Autumn crocuses have large, fragrant bulbs that are usually light pink or purple.
Foxglove Despite its beautiful appearance, you should never let your dog go near a foxglove plant. Foxglove is highly toxic to dogs, causing nausea, seizures, tremors, and can even lead to death. Fortunately foxgloves are very tall, growing up to five feet, so they’re easy for dog owners to notice.
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