Conckers

Conkers may look appetising to dogs but it’s important they don’t eat them. They may look like food but if eaten, they can cause your dog to be very ill. As well as diarrhoea, they can cause vomiting, abdominal pains, retching and in some cases intestinal blockages.

Darkness

As summer draws to a close, the days are getting shorter. If you're used to going out with your dog late in the afternoon, make sure your four-legged friend is visible in the dark. Reflective collars and harnesses and are great for this and can help prevent any potential accidents (cyclists etc.).

Mushrooms

Mushrooms flourish in the moist soils of autumn and eating them can be lethal for our four-legged friends. To be on the safe side, don’t let your dog eat any mushrooms at all not even those that are safe for humans.

Antifreeze

This chemical which can leak from a car’s radiator and is very dangerous. It is sweet tasting and very palatable and can be fatal even a small quantity . The first signs of intoxication can be that your dog appears ‘drunk’. If you know your dog has ingested ethylene glycol or you have any concerns, contact your vet immediately. The prognosis becomes worse the longer the treatment is delayed so do not wait!

Fallen leaves

Piles of leaves left for a long time can develop bacteria and mould. Whilst leaves are impossible to avoid in autumn, make sure that your dog doesn't ingests these as it can lead to gastrointestinal upsets.