Foxtails, bees and more – spring dangers for dogs

Local Dog Owner Shares Extreme Hazards of Foxtail Season

TRI-VALLEY – Prior to April 26, young Tri-Valley Sutter Health intensive-care nurse Monica Lopez and her 7-year-old rottweiler, Olivia, had been regularly enjoying time together in the outdoors and taking long hikes, especially on the Arroyo Road trail near Wente…

In recent years, various municipalities have become more cautious about mowing flower beds and grass areas. By pruning less, bees and insects have more chance to do their work and that is good for biodiversity. The downside is that weeds get more space and this summer in particular: grass awns. A nice feather in the cap, but very dangerous for dogs! Veterinarian Piet Hellemans tells us about the dangers and what you can do.

Foxtails, bees and more – spring dangers for dogs

Springtime and warmer weather brings with it a few dangers for dogs that can often be avoided if one is aware of the hazards.