Once again the practice of laying poisons around the beaches of Greece is with us! 

Yesterday a good friend of mine lost his dog after it died after consuming a poison of sorts at a local beach during his normal day outing. These posions can act within minutes on a small dog and within about 15-20 minutes on a large dog.  You have very little time to act!

I recommend all dog lovers carry with then at all times an anti-poisons injection kit. You will find the ampules & syringes will fit nicely in tissue in a glasses case. Speak to your local vet who will advise and issue the correct doses.

If you have the misfortune to come across such an instance and no anti-poisons kit, it is essential you get the dog to vomit FAST. (except in cases where corrosive poisons have been injested) 

To do this either (to make the dog vomit)

1) Mix MUSTARD and / or SALT with some water and make the dog swallow. The mustard mix is best.

or

2) Give 2-3 tablespoons of 3% Hydrogen peroxide solution

both the above are probably available either at home or in the local store...

Obviously the animal also needs the attention of the vet, but fast action by you may save the animals life.......