Police in Brent and the RSPCA are urging dog owners to be extra vigilant in Brent after three dogs died in the vicinity of Fryent Country Park after eating poison.
The dogs that died were two bull Lurchers and a Springer Spaniel. Officers from Brent borough are investigating
Brent Council, Animal Welfare Team would like to offer advice for when you are out walking your dog.
People should keep their dogs on a lead and even muzzle their dogs.
If you see any food on the grass verges or in the park and think it appears suspicious, contact police or animal welfare ASAP.
If your dog has eaten anything and you have any concerns to take your pet to the vet straight away.
Symptoms to be looking out for which are as follows.
Muscle tremors, shaking, ataxia (weakness in legs and falling)
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Increased urination
Excessive salivation
Bradycardia (low heart rate)
Dyspnoea (difficulty breathing)
Other less noticeable symptoms can be contraction or dilation of pupils and tearing of the eyes.
Most noticeable symptoms are trembling/shaking, slow heart rates and vomiting/diarrhoea
