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The GSPCA is warning dog owners of the possible presence of a waxy substance along our coast line which could well be Palm Oil.
The GSPCA have been informed of a sighting at Pembroke earlier today.
The public is advised not to remove the palm oil but anyone who has picked any up should double wrap it in plastic and dispose of it with their normal refuse.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have had a report of a white oily substance being seen at Pembroke and we are asking all dog owners to be vigilant.”
“Many of us enjoy the many beaches open to dogs during the winter months but this waxy substance can be life threatening if eaten by your pet.”
“Palm oil which is a white oily looking substance if ingested can kill a dog so please keep a very close eye on them when along the coast.”
“The main problems are vomiting and diarrhoea and these can lead to dehydration, particularly in young or small dogs.”
“We would suggest anyone with a dog that has eaten palm oil contact their vet immediately for advice, particularly if the dog is already unwell.”
“There is no specific treatment but the dog may need medication to control vomiting and intravenous fluid to treat or prevent dehydration.”
“The main thing we can do as dog owners is to prevent exposure.”
“For those wanting to learn about dog first aid we do run courses and the next will be in March and you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses.”
Contact details for the Environment Department and States Works are Environment Services Unit who will remove it if spotted, Tel: 717200 during office hours or env@gov.gg
For contact details of all the vets in Guernsey please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/links. If you would like to attend a Dog First Aid with the GSPCA then for details please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses.
To see details of the beach restrictions please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/dog-horse-restriction-beaches-guernsey
