So what is this big scary plant that you need to be on the alert about? Well….. it's called foxtail grass and the seeds are what you need to be afraid of.

If your pooch gets near foxtail grass and the seeds are disturbed they can get stuck on your pup or worse, work its way into their mouth or ears for example. Now that you know that this grass can be very harmful to your furry friend, learn more about it below.

Foxtail grass flourishes in all but 7 states (Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia), and can be found just about anywhere you find grass.

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Foxtail seeds are barbed, allowing them to burrow, and trying to remove them is near impossible. Seeds have been known to burrow into a dogs brain through the nasal passages, and to puncture organs in their ceaseless journey.

Vomiting or painful coughing can be an indication that they swallowed seeds and are trying to dislodge them. If you see your dog constantly licking or scratching any of those areas, or see redness and discharge from their eyes, be sure to take them to you vet immediately!

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Make sure to keep an eye out for Foxtail grass when you’re out walking this summer, and make sure to keep your loved one out of it at all costs! Help others protect their pets by sharing this information as much as possible. You never know when it could save a dog.

It's extremely important to keep your pooch away from foxtail grass and be aware of the dangers it possesses. You can read more about foxtail grass on The Animal Rescue Site.

The summertime is meant for fun adventures for you and your pup to enjoy, but in order for it to stay that way look out for this grass and spread the word — all dog parents should be aware that this can harm their furry friends!