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48. Blue-green algae have been around for centuries.

This type of poisoning can be fatal to dogs because they are more likely to ingest them. Of course, they couldn’t have known better about what to eat and what not to eat. Therefore, the responsibility of pet owners is even more significant as they must monitor for potential poisoning agents for their pets.

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According to various veterinarians, when the weather is warm, this toxin is more prevalent. So it’s essential to check for signs of cyanobacteria at certain times of the year. If you sense something fishy, do your best to keep your pet out of the water.

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