Crows Landing Road Veterinary Clinic

We have seen multiple pets come in with foxtails.

What are foxtails?

Foxtails, a type of grass with barbed seeds, can pose serious health risks to animals, especially dogs and cats, due to their ability to pe*****te skin, migrate into tissues, and cause infections. The barbed seeds easily attach to fur, can be inhaled, ingested, or even burrow through the skin, leading to potential complications like abscesses, infections, and even death.

Prevention:
Avoid areas with foxtails, keep your pet's fur trimmed, and check them regularly for foxtails after being in potentially risky areas.
Early Removal:
If you find foxtails on your pet's fur, try to remove them.
Veterinary Care:
If you suspect your pet has swallowed, inhaled, or has an embedded foxtail, or if they are showing symptoms, seek immediate veterinary care.

Happy Easter from all of us from Crows Landing Veterinary Clinic!

Remember to keep the lilies, chocolates and tinsel away from your pets. 🍫 🌱