Pete the Vet: How to keep your pets safe in Irish gardens

"Common plants that are toxic to pets include chrysanthemums, daffodil bulbs, Larkspur, foxgloves, hydrangea, acorns, tomato plants, wisteria and yew."
Pete the Vet: How to keep your pets safe in Irish gardens

Pete the Vet: Keeping pets happy in the garden.

Spring is here and summer’s just around the corner. Temperatures have been rising, and the days are brighter and longer. Across Ireland, plants are growing, birdsong fills the air, and people are choosing to spend more time in their gardens.

Pets enjoy gardens just as much as we do, but they can be vulnerable to a number of risks that owners may not be aware of. This week, my aim is to highlight the common issues that can affect pets, to help owners keep their animals safe this summer.

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