Blue-Green Algae Found in Ponds Can Be Fatal to Dogs

Here’s how to spot it and keep your pup safe. By Dan Nosowitz Updated July 01, 2021

Letting your family pets cool off in water seems like a harmless and fun warm-weather activity, but a few recent water-related incidents suggest otherwise.

If you haven’t heard of blue-green algae and have a pup, it’s very scary to think that something so small could seriously harm and even kill your pet. Here’s what you need to know about the deadly algae and how you can help keep your dog safe. Blue-green algae are technically known as cyanobacteria, a very old organism that can be found across the United States in both freshwater and saltwater.  Read more HERE and protect your dog this summer.