6 Dangers for dogs in fall
For dog owners, autumn not only brings colorful leaves, long walks and muddy dogs, but also a whole new set of dangers!
While in spring and summer the main focus is on topics such as the breeding and setting season or awns, in autumn it's all about the dangers of poisoning.
In this blog post, we reveal the 6 dangers you need to be aware of in fall.
Overview of the dangers for dogs in the fall
The most common dangers for dogs in the fall include:
- Mushrooms
- Chestnuts
- Walnuts and acorns
- Yew, cherry laurel & co.
- Rat poison and mouse poison
- Darkness
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Mushrooms
For many people, mushrooms are simply part of the autumn scene and combining hiking with your dog and mushroom picking sounds like a great idea. But distinguishing between poisonous and non-poisonous mushrooms (whether for humans or dogs) is often not that easy. To stay on the safe side with your four-legged friend, we recommend not letting your dog eat mushrooms at all.
When walking your dog at this time of year, you should always keep a close eye on him and stop him sniffing around mushrooms - especially if your dog tends to eat things from the ground or nibble on grass and other plants!
Symptoms of mushroom poisoning in dogs
The possible symptoms of poisoning that they can trigger in your dog are as varied as the types of mushroom. Possible symptoms of mushroom poisoning are
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Gassing up in the gastrointestinal tract
- Neurological symptoms
- Circulatory failure
- Death
Owners of small dogs in particular should be vigilant if they suspect that they have eaten mushrooms, because the smaller the dog, the fewer mushrooms are needed for poisoning.
If your dog shows possible signs of poisoning, you should react immediately and consult a vet!
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Chestnuts
Chestnuts are often collected on fall walks and used as decoration at home, and the impulse to use chestnuts as a spontaneous ball substitute and throw them to the dog is often great - but this is not a good idea!
Chestnuts pose two dangers: Ingestion and poisoning.
Firstly, they can be swallowed quickly, especially by larger dogs due to their small size. The smooth surface, which makes them so beautiful to look at, makes it almost impossible to get them out again. In the worst case scenario, a swallowed chestnut can lead to a life-threatening intestinal blockage.
But even if your dog has chewed the chestnut, you are not on the safe side. Chestnuts contain poisonous substances that can be absorbed through the mucous membranes if they are whole or chewed. So don't put a chestnut in your dog's mouth just for a photo!
Safe dog toys
If you want to play with your dog on a walk, we always recommend using safe dog toys. Not only is there less risk of the dog swallowing or otherwise injuring itself, which can easily happen with sticks, but the materials used are also non-toxic and absolutely safe for your dog!
You can find our safe dog toys in a wide variety of designs, colors and sizes in our Training & Play section.
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Walnuts and acorns
But chestnuts are not the only nuts you should keep your dog away from in the fall. Walnuts and acorns can also be dangerous for your dog.
Walnuts are poisonous as long as they are green and unripe and unshelled walnuts, such as those you find on your walk, are often also infested with harmful molds.
Acorns are also poisonous for dogs. The toxin they contain can cause stomach ache, diarrhea, and vomiting.
The easiest thing to do is to try to avoid all nut trees, but even so, there may be nuts hidden in the leaves that have been brought there by squirrels or other animals. So be extra vigilant on your fall walk and use a muzzle on dogs that tend to put everything in their mouths!
Safe occupation on the fall walk
If you want to keep your dog busy on a walk in the fall, we advise against search games for most dogs. The risk of picking up something poisonous as well as a treat is too great. If you still want to make the walk interesting, we advise you to work on your repertoire of tricks - this is mentally challenging and is more suitable for great autumn photos than dangerous props.
If you're still looking for new dog tricks with step-by-step instructions, be sure to check out our blog post!
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Yew, cherry laurel & co.
In autumn, yews and cherry laurel bear their fruits and seeds. Their bright colors and small size make them tempting for many dogs and difficult for them to distinguish from normal dog treats. But they are highly poisonous for dogs!
If these plants grow in your area, you should keep your dog away from them and make sure that your dog does not eat any.
Yew dog symptoms
If your dog has eaten yew, you should see a vet immediately!
The same applies if your dog shows symptoms of poisoning that could be due to yew poison. These include
- Profuse salivation
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Convulsions
- Tremors
- Unconsciousness
- Pupil dilation
- Superficial breathing, shortness of breath or respiratory paralysis
- Cardiac arrhythmia up to cardiac arrest
Cherry laurel poisoning dog symptoms
Poisoning by cherry laurel berries should also be taken seriously and treated by a vet. The symptoms of cherry laurel poisoning include
- Nausea/vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Lethargy
Rat poison and mouse poison
With the cold and wet fall weather, pests such as mice and rats increasingly seek out human habitation. This often leads to people putting out rat poison or mouse bait to get rid of the rodents. If this is not done professionally, the bait can also be accessible to children, cats and dogs and become a great danger.
First signs of eating rat poison
Rat poison usually causes internal bleeding in dogs, for example in the lungs or abdominal cavity, which makes it particularly dangerous. If you suspect that your dog has been poisoned with rat poison, you should consult a vet immediately, as this is an acute emergency!
Other first signs of rat poison poisoning include
- Nervousness and restlessness
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Trembling
- Blood in the urine or feces
Darkness
Changes in lighting conditions on walks can also pose a danger to your dog. Dark dogs in particular are difficult or late to see for other road users at dusk or in the dark, which can lead to more accidents.
Safety for dogs in the dark
To ensure that you and your dog stay safe when walking in the dark, the right equipment and the right behavior is a must - our blog post tells you how to equip and behave correctly when walking in the dark!
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