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If you’d rather avoid a trip to one of our out-of-hours pet emergency clinics or 24/7 hospitals this summer then beware of these: Calling all dog owners 11 autumn hazards that could make your dog ill TREE DANGERS IN AND AROUND THE HOME OUT AND ABOUT • They are natural scavengers • They explore with their mouths • Like humans, they eat when they’re bored • They may have a medical condition such as diabetes • Constant begging may be a learned behaviour • They may not be getting enough nutritious dog food • For dental reasons like teething RISK RATINGS EXPLAINED WHY DO SOME DOGS EAT ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING? 10. 1. 9. Monitor your dog carefully and if you suspect a change in condition seek advice from your vet or, out of hours, contact your nearest Vets Now pet emergency clinic or Vets Now 24/7 hospital If you suspect your dog has consumed any of the items listed seek urgent advice from your vet or, out of hours, contact your nearest Vets Now pet emergency clinic or Vets Now 24/7 hospital Contact your vet immediately or, out of hours, call your nearest Vets Now pet emergency clinic or Vets Now 24/7 hospital as your dog may require urgent emergency treatment 2–3 1 4–5 1/5 Risk rating 2/5 Likelihood rating 5/5 Risk rating 4/5 Likelihood rating Harvest mites Danger: In autumn, these tiny insects climb up long grass, bushes and trees waiting to sink their fangs into something warm-blooded. They have been linked with potentially fatal seasonal canine illness. How to avoid: If you regularly walk your dog in areas where harvest mites are prevalent try spraying the underside of your dog with fipronil beforehand. Also check between their toes and on their muzzle for mites aſter walks. Mushrooms and toadstools Danger: Some wild mushrooms are highly toxic and, if swallowed, can cause kidney and liver failure. How to avoid: It’s almost impossible to tell which mushrooms are poisonous and which aren’t, so it’s best to keep your pet away from all wild varieties. 5. 3/5 Risk rating 3/5 Likelihood rating Acorns Dangers: Acorns contain a chemical called gallotannin that’s toxic to dogs and ingestion can cause liver and kidney damage. How to avoid: Be on your guard in areas where oak trees are common as their leaves are also dangerous. 2/5 Risk rating 1/5 Likelihood rating 6. Falling leaves Dangers: Leaves leſt long enough will eventually turn to leaf mould and, like any decomposing organic matter, these may contain dangerous mycotoxins. How to avoid: Make sure you clear up any large piles in your garden and prevent your dog playing in leaves that have been there for a while. 8. 4/5 Risk rating 5/5 Likelihood rating Halloween treats Dangers: Many of the jelly sweets people buy in for Halloween ‘trick or treaters’ contain poisonous artificial sweetener xylitol, while chocolate is also highly toxic to dogs. How to avoid: Always keep jelly sweets and chocolate treats out of reach of your dog and make sure your dog is under supervision when they’re being eaten. Glow sticks and luminous jewellery Dangers: The chemicals in glow sticks can cause drooling, foaming at the mouth, vomiting and stomach pain. But while the signs can look dramatic, ingestion is unlikely to cause major problems. How to avoid: Always keep glow sticks and luminous jewellery out of reach. Rat poison Dangers: Rodenticide is commonly put down in autumn when rats start heading indoors for warmth and shelter. While designed to taste nice to rats, unfortunately, dogs like it for the same reason. How to avoid: If you have a serious vermin problem, opt for a pet-friendly option to get rid of it. 11. 5/5 Risk rating 4/5 Likelihood rating Antifreeze Dangers: Ethylene glycol, as it’s officially known, is sweet-tasting and palatable, but even a small quantity can cause serious kidney damage. How to avoid: Clean up spillages as they happen and never, ever leave bottles or canisters lying around. Remember also that contaminated puddles are a serious hazard. 5/5 Risk rating 2/5 Likelihood rating 3. Fireworks Dangers: As well as causing severe stress, fireworks can scare dogs into running onto busy roads. Many also contain highly dangerous chemicals such as potassium nitrate. How to avoid: Try to soundproof your house on bonfire night and keep your dog indoors with windows and doors securely closed when fireworks are going off. Speak to your vet as early as possible about firework desensitisation. 3/5 Risk rating 3/5 Likelihood rating 4. Conkers Dangers: Conkers contain a poison called aesculin which can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain. Ingestion can also lead to potentially fatal intestinal blockages. How to avoid: No known antidote exists for conker poisoning so be on your guard in areas where they are common. 2/5 Risk rating 3/5 Likelihood rating 5/5 Risk rating 4/5 Likelihood rating 2. Your pet emergency service vets-now.com/autumn Vets Now Ltd. Penguin House, Castle Riggs, Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 8SG. Company reg: SC218632 7. 1/5 Risk rating 1/5 Likelihood rating Rotten fruit Dangers: Fallen fruit, such as apples, pears and plums, eventually ferments naturally on the ground and so may contain poisonous ethanol. How to avoid: Keep your garden clear of fallen fruit and avoid walking your dog in areas where fruit trees are common. R A T P O I S O N
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