Dog Alerts & Warnings
Unfortunately not everyone is as dog friendly as the places and businesses listed on this site, and indeed some people go out of their way to be unfriendly to not only the dogs but owners as well.
Through this page we will bring you alerts and warnings from around the country about places to avoid at any given time for the safety and protection of your four legged friend, e.g. where poisons or sharps have been hidden in grass or food, suspicious activities which may lead to dog theft, along with less sinister but equally worrying natural problems like sink holes and newly breeding adders.
There is no central register or system currently for the reporting of these types of things so we are very much reliant on our users and friendly contributing vets. If you know of a problem in your area or an update to an existing problem please let us know using the form provided or drop us an email at support@dogfriendlytogether.co.uk. We will happily credit any contributing dog related business e.g. vets, pet shops, trainers, with a link back to their website.
Dog Alerts & Warnings (showing most recent first)
NATIONWIDE ALERT - Alabama Rot Disease
Recent media has highlighted the case of this in the New Forest but there have been reports from other areas too, including Dorset, Surrey, Cornwall, Worcestershire and County Durham. Skin lesions below the knee and elbow are one of the first signs, followed by vomiting, tiredness and loss of appetite, resulting in renal failure. See below for more information.
For more information click here.
First reported on and added to DogFriendlyTogether.co.uk on 0000-00-00 00:00:00.
This dog alert was reported by Dog Friendly Together.
County Durham ALERT - Weils Disease
Vets in the North East are warning about the bacterial infection known as Weils Disease, especially with the high levels of flood water around. It is passed to dogs and humans through contact with infected animal urine where there are open cuts or scrapes and also through the lining of mouth, nose, eyes and throat. Symptoms vary but include high temperature, chills, fatigue, loss of appetite and muscle pain.
For more information click here.
First reported on and added to DogFriendlyTogether.co.uk on 0000-00-00 00:00:00.
This dog alert was reported by Dog Friendly Together.
Lincolnshire ALERT - Parvovirus
Vets in Grimsby are reporting an increase in the number of cases of Parvovirus that they have seen in the last couple of months. It can be avoided through vaccinations and annual boosters, but once contracted there is no cure and it is often fatal. It is highly contagious and carried through infected faeces or vomit. Symptoms include depression, vomiting and diarrhoea.
For more information click here.
First reported on and added to DogFriendlyTogether.co.uk on 0000-00-00 00:00:00.
This dog alert was reported by Dog Friendly Together.
West Sussex ALERT - Palm Oil on Beaches
The Coastguard in Littlehampton has reported large quantities of palm oil being washed ashore throughout the area and are warning that if ingested it is fatal to dogs. Arun District Council are aware of it and will remove it as soon as possible.
For more information click here.
First reported on and added to DogFriendlyTogether.co.uk on 0000-00-00 00:00:00.
This dog alert was reported by a user whose details have been witheld for reasons of privacy.
NATIONWIDE ALERT - Adders
Dog owners are being warned that the recent wet weather has brought adders out of hibernation early, and they are not happy about it. A number of areas have reported sightings and bites to dogs from adders, particularly in marshy areas and areas with long grass. Lameness and swelling are the primary symptoms, and vet care should be sought immediately.
For more information click here.
First reported on and added to DogFriendlyTogether.co.uk on 0000-00-00 00:00:00.
This dog alert was reported by Dog Friendly Together.
Devon ALERT - Rusty nails in food
Dog walkers are being advised to not let their pets eat any food left on Plymouth Hoe after rusty nails were found in a snack.
For more information click here.
First reported on and added to DogFriendlyTogether.co.uk on 0000-00-00 00:00:00.
This dog alert was reported by Dog Friendly Together.
Essex ALERT - Suspected poisoning
Vets in Braintree are advising all dog walkers to keep away from the recreation ground along John Ray Street Beaufort Gardens area (off Coggeshall Road). They have had three cases of suspected poisoning each causing seizures and the unfortunate loss of one dog. It is suspected that the toxin is in mouldy food waste the dogs may have found in the area.
For more information click here.
First reported on and added to DogFriendlyTogether.co.uk on 0000-00-00 00:00:00.
This dog alert was reported by Dog Friendly Together.
Cornwall ALERT - Cliff Falls
Dog walkers are being warned about the dangers of walking dogs along the top of cliffs, especially hidden ones, after a dog dies from its injuries following a fall.
For more information click here.
First reported on and added to DogFriendlyTogether.co.uk on 0000-00-00 00:00:00.
This dog alert was reported by Dog Friendly Together.
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