Isle of Wight dog owners should do their best to keep their animals away from acorns this Autumn, due to their poisonous nature.
Acorns, just like conkers, aren’t suitable for our canine friends with some dogs who consume them needing emergency veterinary help.
The reason for their dangerousness is that they contain tannins which can cause upset tummies and on some very rare occasions can lead to fatal kidney failure.
It is also possible for them to cause a blockage of the intestines in smaller dogs.
Dogs who have eaten acorns can experience:
- Vomiting
- Collapsing
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Dehydration
- Toxic shock
- Death, in rare and severe cases
The best way to avoid this is to keep a keen eye on your dog when out and about on walks. Naturally, dogs enjoy snuffling as they walk but by being super vigilant you can avoid any unwanted veterinary trips or fees.
However, if you feel your dog has eaten acorns then you are best advised to call your vet immediately.
I’m gonna make sure my dog stays away from my acorns!
don’t let them eat glass either as recent tests show its not good for them…
My dog might not be able to say “sausages” or do ticks, but he can hold his own against a badger!
He’d never eat an acorn.