PDSA's Top 5 Xmas Hazards

PDSA have stated the top 5 hazards which occur with dogs over Xmas -

PDSA’s Top 5 Christmas Hazards

1.    Swallowing foreign bodies – accidents have included swallowing toys, and decorations

2.    Accidental poisoning through chocolate, raisins, artificial sweeteners, batteries

3.    Gastric torsion – twisted stomach often caused by vigorous exercise after a large meal

4.    Hypothermia – low body temperature from exposure to cold weather

5.    Accidental injury – pulling over the Christmas tree, slipping on ice, chewing on electric cables, treading on broken baubles

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Is your beloved dog prone to these hazards?  Have any stories which you would like to share with Scruff and his friends, write to Scruff at social@scruffmacduff.co.uk