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Blue-Green Algae Can Kill Dogs, & Recent Blooms In Austin, TX Remind Us To Keep Pets Safe

Blooms of cyanobacteria  — also known as blue-green algae — have been spotted amongst the floating vegetation surrounding Lady Bird Lake in Austin, TX.

This algae is toxic and can kill dogs. The recent blooms serve as a reminder to those of us with children, canine or human, to be vigilant around aquatic areas where we take our loved ones, no matter where…

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