Edinburgh has taken to social media to highlight the dangers posed by grit on the ground when taking your dog for a walk, Edinburgh Live reports.
The vet posted in the ICR Veterinary Surgeons' Facebook page saying: "Beware dog owners . Salt and sand is being placed on streets and walkways. "This can cause irritation and discomfort to dogs.
In bad cases it can cause tissue dehydration and damage."Remember to wash your dog’s paws with some warm water when coming back from a walk."Glasgow Live reports that the Dogs' Trust suggests wiping your dog's legs and feet when they come indoors, adding that grit "can also be dangerous if your dog licks its paws".
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