An Edinburgh dog was rushed to the vets this week after it was found to have ingested poison.
The SSPCA have issued a warning to pet owners after the poor pooch was taken for emergency medical treatment after a walk to the park on June 22.
According to the animal welfare charity, the dog had been on an outing to Dovecot Park in the west of Edinburgh when it is believed to have ingested rat poison.
Pictured as small pink pellets, a pile of the substance had been left on the ground, with officials describing the incident as "very concerning" and issuing beliefs the act was deliberate.
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Although the dog was able to make a full recovery, the SSPCA have urged anyone with information to contact police.
Scottish SPCA inspector, Stuart Murray said, “This is very concerning and the dog in question was very lucky to come away from the incident unharmed.
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“The poison is in the form of pink pellets which we believe to be rat poison.
“Using poison, or any dangerous item, with the intent of deliberately harming animals is a crime and is enforceable by law.
“We would urge all pet owners in the area to be vigilant.
“If anyone has any information about this case or that toxic substances are being deliberately used against animals, then we would urge them to contact our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999.”
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