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Blue-green algae poisoning often eventually causes fatal liver failure, so it is important owners are vigilant.

Warning to owners walking dogs near lakes, rivers and puddles over toxic threat

PD Simba who has served the Gwent Police force for just over a year (Image: Gwent Police)

PD Simba who has served the Gwent Police force for just over a year (Image: Gwent Police)

Police dog Simba retires on medical grounds after a year with the service

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Dog owners issued warning over potentially fatal toxic algae

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Dog owners issued warning over potentially fatal toxic algae

This is what happens if a dog accidentally eats or steps on plant fertilizer, according to a vet

This is what happens if a dog accidentally eats or steps on plant fertilizer, according to a vet

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'Crucial' plant fertilizer warning to dog owners amid vomit and seizure risk

Driving with a dog in the car could land you a £5,000 fine or lose your drivers licence

Driving with a dog in the car could land you a £5,000 fine or lose your drivers licence

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Pet owners warned driving with a dog in your car could land you £5k fine

Driving with a dog in the car could land you a £5,000 fine or lose your drivers licence

Driving with a dog in the car could land you a £5,000 fine or lose your drivers licence

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Pet owners warned driving with a dog in your car could land you £5k fine

What should I do if my neighbour's dog is barking excessively?

What should I do if my neighbour's dog is barking excessively?

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What to do if your neighbour's dog won't stop barking

Tibetan Mastiffs, Newfoundland and Mastiffs top the list of most expensive dogs to own over its lifetime.

Tibetan Mastiffs, Newfoundland and Mastiffs top the list of most expensive dogs to own over its lifetime.

The UK's top 20 most expensive (and most affordable) dog breeds to own revealed

Vets have warned dog owners to keep their pets away from puddles and stagnant water due to the health risks

Vets have warned dog owners to keep their pets away from puddles and stagnant water due to the health risks

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Vet tells dog owners to keep pets away from puddles

Dogs could be banned from some parks in one area of Gwent and their owners required to carry a bag for their poo.

Dogs could be banned from some parks in one area of Gwent and their owners required to carry a bag for their poo.

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Dogs could be banned from local parks and sports pitches from this summer

Dog owners are being advised to wash mud off their pets legs, tummy and paws as a precaution

Dog owners are being advised to wash mud off their pets legs, tummy and paws as a precaution

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Warning to dog owners over potentially fatal 'flesh-eating' Alabama Rot

Dog-friendly spots for food in Gwent

Dog-friendly spots for food in Gwent

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5 dog-friendly food spots around Gwent on Tripadvisor, great for Easter weekend

Is it too cold to walk my dog? Expert's top tips to pet owners

Is it too cold to walk my dog? Expert's top tips to pet owners

Is it too cold to walk my dog? Expert's top tips to pet owners

Six sheep have been killed in the first 11 days of the year

Six sheep have been killed in the first 11 days of the year

Rural crime team issue dog warning after six sheep killed in handful of days

The RSPCA has reminded owners that from December 31, it will become illegal to breed, give away or sell an XL Bully.

The RSPCA has reminded owners that from December 31, it will become illegal to breed, give away or sell an XL Bully.

RSPCA issues warning to XL Bully owners amid 'rapidly' approaching deadline

Could you be the forever home these dogs are looking for this Christmas?

Could you be the forever home these dogs are looking for this Christmas?

7 dogs in Newport and South Wales looking for a forever home this Christmas

After forgetting to empty the bin, Murphy's owner came home to find that his dog had dragged all of the trash out.

After forgetting to empty the bin, Murphy's owner came home to find that his dog had dragged all of the trash out.

WATCH: Guilty dog can’t look its owner in the eye after making a mess

Spaniel Elton severely bruised his spinal cord when he bounced off a 50cm wall and landed on his back

Spaniel Elton severely bruised his spinal cord when he bounced off a 50cm wall and landed on his back

Watch: Adorable puppy learns to walk again after lifesaving surgery

These are some of the dangers to look out for when walking your dog this winter

These are some of the dangers to look out for when walking your dog this winter

Dog owners warned of winter risks as temperatures set to plummet

Barbie has been the driving force behind naming dogs this year from the name Pink to Ken.

Barbie has been the driving force behind naming dogs this year from the name Pink to Ken.

UK's top dog names of 2023 revealed from Barbie to Freddo - is yours there?

What is your favourite breed of dog?

What is your favourite breed of dog?

See the top 10 most popular dog breeds and names in Wales

Cushing’s disease is a disorder that can seriously affects your dog’s health, vitality and appearance.

Cushing’s disease is a disorder that can seriously affects your dog’s health, vitality and appearance.

Dog owners urged to be wary of Cushing's Disease symptoms mistaken for old age

Experts have highlighted four common Hallowe'en foods that can be toxic to dogs, including chocolate

Experts have highlighted four common Hallowe'en foods that can be toxic to dogs, including chocolate

Toxic Hallowe'en food warning for dog owners

Vet's three easy tips to keep pets calm this Bonfire Night

Vet's three easy tips to keep pets calm this Bonfire Night

Vet shares three easy tips to keep pets calm this Bonfire Night

These are the foods your dog can and cannot eat - including avocado and butter

These are the foods your dog can and cannot eat - including avocado and butter

These are the foods you should never give to your dog including butter and jam

See all the beaches in South Wales where restrictions banning dogs were lifted on October 1.

See all the beaches in South Wales where restrictions banning dogs were lifted on October 1.

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South Wales beaches end restrictions and will allow dogs back this month

Playing in leaf piles, sniffing conkers and eating wild mushrooms, are all included in a list of Autumn dangers dog owners are being warned of

Playing in leaf piles, sniffing conkers and eating wild mushrooms, are all included in a list of Autumn dangers dog owners are being warned of

This is why dogs should avoid conkers, leaf piles and other Autumn dangers

Cocker spaniel, Archie, became seriously ill after breathing in grass seeds while on a walk

Cocker spaniel, Archie, became seriously ill after breathing in grass seeds while on a walk

Pet owners issued warning as dog requires two-hour lifesaving surgery after walk

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Dog owners issued warning over potentially fatal toxic algae

There are four dogs banned in the UK including a Pit Bull Terrier and Dogo Argentino.

There are four dogs banned in the UK including a Pit Bull Terrier and Dogo Argentino.

List of dogs banned in UK including Japanese Tosa - is American bully XL on there?

This is the advice the RSPCA give if you see a dog stuck in a hot car during a heatwave

This is the advice the RSPCA give if you see a dog stuck in a hot car during a heatwave

What should you do if you see a dog in a hot car during a heatwave?

As dogs begin to shed their lighter coats in favour of winter coats, experts have warned people not to let their pets into bed with them

As dogs begin to shed their lighter coats in favour of winter coats, experts have warned people not to let their pets into bed with them

Warning to dog owners who share a bed with their pets

According to research by More Than, approximately five dogs go missing in the UK every single day

According to research by More Than, approximately five dogs go missing in the UK every single day

All UK dog owners warned about 5 dangerous hazards to watch out for on walks

According to research by More Than, approximately five dogs go missing in the UK every single day

According to research by More Than, approximately five dogs go missing in the UK every single day

All UK dog owners warned about 5 dangerous hazards to watch out for on walks

Watch: The 'world's happiest dogs' have gone viral for their adorable smiles

Watch: The 'world's happiest dogs' have gone viral for their adorable smiles

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Watch: The 'world's happiest dogs' have gone viral for their adorable smiles

The Shaw family were told that one of their own four dogs had killed two of the others

The Shaw family were told that one of their own four dogs had killed two of the others

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Livid couple have two pets killed at dog kennel and later told 'your dog did it'

Vets have warned dog owners to keep their pets away from puddles and stagnant water due to the health risks

Vets have warned dog owners to keep their pets away from puddles and stagnant water due to the health risks

Dog owners told to keep pets away from puddles due to harmful health impacts

Denver gave his owner Samantha a scare when he was rushed to hospital following a trip to the beach

Denver gave his owner Samantha a scare when he was rushed to hospital following a trip to the beach

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Vet issues urgent warning to pet owners as dog rushed to hospital

Here are some top tips to keep your dog free of fleas this summer

Here are some top tips to keep your dog free of fleas this summer

Expert shares six must-know tips to keep your dogs flea free

Vets have warned dog owners about the dangers of rawhide bones, which could swell in their pet's stomachs

Vets have warned dog owners about the dangers of rawhide bones, which could swell in their pet's stomachs

Vets issue urgent warning to dog owners over dangers of common treat

Dog owners are being warned after a pooch passed away following a snake bite in Weymouth.

Dog owners are being warned after a pooch passed away following a snake bite in Weymouth.

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Snake warning as dog dies after bite in park

The dog breed with the most affordable ownership cost is the Patterdale Terrier (Getty)

The dog breed with the most affordable ownership cost is the Patterdale Terrier (Getty)

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UK's 20 least expensive dog breeds revealed - meet the cheapest pups to own

Heat can cause dry and cracked paws which can be painful and put your pet at a risk for infection (Getty)

Heat can cause dry and cracked paws which can be painful and put your pet at a risk for infection (Getty)

UK dog owners warned about possibility of paws bleeding at certain heat levels

This is everything dog owners should know about palm oil bergs as a dog dies after eating one on a beach

This is everything dog owners should know about palm oil bergs as a dog dies after eating one on a beach

Warning to owners as dog dies after eating palm oil berg - what you need to know

Dogs could be banned from some parks and playgrounds in one area of Gwent.

Dogs could be banned from some parks and playgrounds in one area of Gwent.

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All the places where you could be banned from walking your dog

As the Met Office predicts an

As the Met Office predicts an

How to spot heat stroke in dogs as breeds most at risk revealed

These were the dog breeds most at risk of being stolen last year

These were the dog breeds most at risk of being stolen last year

The dogs most vulnerable to theft in the UK - is your dog on the list?

American Bulldogs were the most stolen breed in 2022, with the number more than quadrupling compared to the year before

American Bulldogs were the most stolen breed in 2022, with the number more than quadrupling compared to the year before

Most stolen dog breeds revealed as more than 2,000 dogs stolen last year

These are some of the dangers to look out for when walking your dog this winter

These are some of the dangers to look out for when walking your dog this winter

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Vet warns dog owners of dangerous winter toxins and other health risks

Footage of 'Beast' just days before the dog killed Jack Lis, released by Gwent Police.

Footage of 'Beast' just days before the dog killed Jack Lis, released by Gwent Police.

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Dangerous dog laws 'woefully inadequate' after two fatal attacks in 12 months

The trendiest dog names for 2022 were revealed by Rover

The trendiest dog names for 2022 were revealed by Rover

Revealed - Top 10 trendiest dog names in the UK for 2022

Jack Lis was 10 when he was mauled by a dog at a house in Penyrheol, Caerphilly on November 8 last year.

Jack Lis was 10 when he was mauled by a dog at a house in Penyrheol, Caerphilly on November 8 last year.

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'Terrible shame' UK dog laws haven't been changed one year on from boy's death

Pumpkins and a dog

Pumpkins and a dog

Expert issues warning to UK dog owners this Hallowe'en weekend