Pet Owners Warned After 6 Dogs Die Near Famed Venice Canals
VENICE CANAL HISTORIC DISTRICT, LOS ANGELES, JUL 29 – Six previously healthy dogs died suddenly in the Venice Canal Historic District, with at least 10 more falling ill and recovering, amid investigations into possible toxins and poisons.
- At least six dogs suddenly died between July 6 and 27 following walks in the vicinity of the Venice canal area in Los Angeles.
- The dogs appeared healthy before falling ill with neurological signs, cardiac arrest, and peracute to acute death, while the cause remains unknown.
- Authorities and the Venice Canals Association issued a health alert, advising pet owners to keep dogs leashed, avoid canal water, and consult vets if symptoms arise.
- The association speculated possible causes including rat poison, toxic algae, or a contagious virus, and noted several ducks have also died near the canals.
- County Veterinary Public Health officials continue investigating and request reports with medical records to protect pets and inform the community.
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