Are Mushrooms in Grass After a Rain Dangerous to Dogs?

Good morning,

It's no surprise to all that Mother Nature has given Virginia (and surrounding areas) our fair share of rain the past few weeks. What has seemed like an endless amount of rain has led to taller grass and the growth of new things, like mushrooms. So the real question is...what things are okay for your pup to sample and what things aren't?

"Dogs are curious creatures, sniffing and tasting anything new that appears in their environment. So dog owners must be ever-vigilant to ensure nothing dangerous is eaten by their pets. Although many kinds of mushrooms that appear on lawns after a prolonged period of rain are perfectly safe to consume, many other kinds are not and could land you and your dog at an emergency veterinarian's office." Click here to read the article from homeguides.com to learn more.

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