12/10/2025
🚨 CONFIRMED CASES: ALGAE TOXICITY IN CANBERRA LAKES 🚨
Several recent cases of blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) poisoning have been reported in dogs after swimming in Lake Ginninderra and Lake Burley Griffin.
We strongly urge all Canberra dog owners to exercise caution when walking near lakes, ponds, or stagnant water — especially now as we head into the warmer months.
See below for more information about this toxin.
- Found in warm, stagnant water like ponds & lakes
- Dogs can get sick just by drinking, swimming, or licking it off their fur
- Toxins act FAST — signs show up in minutes to hours
- Signs/Symptoms include: Vomiting, seizures, weakness, excessive drooling and breathing difficulty.
Blue-green algae can be DEADLY to dogs — even in tiny amounts.
If exposed: Rinse your dog off immediately and call your vet!
Hot Tip: Bring fresh water for your dog and avoid any water with algae scum or a bad smell.
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