Blue-green Algae & ITS IMPACT ON DOGS - Dog Walking In Evesham
- chelseascaninecare
- Apr 4
- 1 min read
As the weather begins to get warmer and the sun keeps shining, make sure to stay aware of blue-green algae.
Although it is not truly algae, it resembles algae because of the way it clusters in water. Blue-green algae may have toxins that are poisonous and potentially deadly to dogs. It is most frequently found in stagnant water. Therefore, be cautious with your dog near lakes, ponds, and rivers.
Watch out for the following:
a blue-green scum on the water's surface – it often resembles pea soup
green flakes, greenish clumps, or brown specks in a pond, lake, or stream
a green, blue-green, or greenish-brown film on the water's surface
foam along the edges of ponds and lakes
SYMPTOMS:
If your dog has been enjoying a local water source and displays the following, take them to a vet as soon as possible:
PREVENTION:
Prevention is simple and worth it:
Keep your dog away from contaminated water sources - including swimming and drinking
Make sure you are aware of the signs
BLUE-GREEN ALGAE LOCALLY:
When dog walking in Evesham,
there are a few locations where the algae may be present. Look for signs around water sources which may warn of potential contamination.
If you believe you have spotted some blue-green algae and there are no signs, speak to the environmental agency.
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