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Dog owners warned as peak mushroom season brings fatal risks

Dog owners are being warned about the dangers of fungi and mushrooms as the UK enters its peak season, running from September to November. Some mushrooms seen on winter walks can be highly dangerous and, in some cases, fatal if ingested by dogs.

Dog owners warned as peak mushroom season brings fatal risks
Jenny Prowse

Jenny Prowse

Date
November 1, 2024
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Dog owners are being warned about the dangers of fungi and mushrooms in the UK as we enter peak mushroom season. September to November is peak mushroom season in the UK, and whilst they are nice to see on a winter walk - they are incredibly dangerous and in some cases fatal to dogs.

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