Dog owners sent warning as pet rushed to emergency vets after tennis ball horror
Dog owners have been warned of the potential dangers of their animals playing with tennis balls, after a dog had to have emergency surgery after swallowing two.
Loki’s owners first feared something was wrong when their beloved pet refused to eat his dinner and started being sick. Fearing for his life, they took Loki to the PDSA who x-rayed him to see what was going on.
To everyone’s surprise, they found two tennis balls lodged in his stomach.
Loki was rushed into emergency surgery and, thanks to the hard work of the veterinary team, he survived the ordeal.
Now his owner Amy has warned others to be careful.
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The tennis balls found inside Loki's stomach (Shaun Fellows / SHINE PIX LTD)She told The Sun: “It was only when Loki refused to eat, and started being sick, we realised something was wrong.
“He was still active and playful, but it’s not like Loki to pass up some food.”
PDSA Vet Catherine Burke, who treated Loki, said the case was “life and death” and warned other pet owners about the dangers tennis balls could have for their pets.
She suggested instead of them, people buy toys and balls specifically designed for dogs as well as choosing correct sizes so they are not swallowed.
Last month Brits were warned to keep their pets safe and hydrated in the sizzling heat as there are numerous risks to during the summer, and artificial grass is one owners should be wary of.
Dr Samantha Webster, vet at Pet Care, has issued a reminder to pet parents who have the popular turf laid outside, as it can burn paws.
She explained: “One very common danger for cats and dogs alike in summer is hot surfaces, which can quickly result in sore and burnt paws.”
To test the temperature of the surface they are likely to walk on, try holding the back of your hand against it for at least seven seconds - if it is too hot for your hand, it is too hot for your furry companions.
"Whilst it won't get as hot as tarmac or paving slabs, artificial grass can also pose a risk to your pet's paws in summer.
"It is really important to note that if you have artificial grass in your garden, this will heat up very quickly if under direct sunlight and so should be treated with the same caution as with pavement."
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Research suggests one in 10 homeowners in the UK have replaced their natural lawn with artificial grass, making it a danger to many pets.
"If your outside space does not have any natural grass (which stays much cooler), you should ensure you create areas of shade or place down cool, damp towels for them to rest on and avoid leaving them unoccupied," Dr Webster said.
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