Environmental Health often place blue green Algae warnings around lakes, ponds and lochs. This warns members of the public not to enter the water, or let their dogs swim in or drink from it. Why? Because this common problem can be fatal to your dog in as little as 15 minutes. Where you find it: Blue-green algae are a group of bacteria (cyanobacteria) found in bodies of non-flowing fresh water such as ponds, lakes and estuaries. It produces toxins harmful to humans and their pets. When you find it: Blue-green algae are present all year round. However the largest algae

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