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Blue-Green Algae Found in our Lakes, Streams and Ponds

6/14/2017

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If you walk your dog near a lake, stream or pond, be on the look out for Blue Green Algae which is known to be toxic to our pets. 
  • A summertime hazard many pet parents aren’t aware of is toxic blue-green algae, which are found in freshwater lakes, streams and ponds
  • Blue-green algae contain deadly cyanobacteria that can cause severe illness and death, most commonly in dogs who swim in or drink from contaminated water sources
  • Exposure to blue-green algae is a medical emergency and immediate veterinary care is required
  • Since blue-green algae toxicity is often fatal even with aggressive treatment, play it safe by keeping your pet away from any body of water that is greenish in color
  • Not all blue-green algae are toxic; harmful blooms usually smell bad and resemble pea soup, green paint or floating mats of scum
​healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2017/06/14/toxic-blue-green-algae.aspx
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