Vets are calling on pet owners to safely secure all chocolate treats and hot cross buns well out of reach of curious animals to avoid an emergency trip to the vets over the Easter weekend.
The warning comes as new statistics from the British Veterinary Association’s Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey revealed that 70% of vets treated dogs for chocolate poisoning over the Christmas period.
Chocolate toxicity cases often spike over celebratory periods such as Easter and Christmas and, with many practices closed, accessing emergency care can be more difficult and will be more costly than usual for worried owners.
BVA president Dr Rob Williams MRCVS said: “I’d urge every owner to be aware of the risks of chocolate and raisin or grape poisoning so they can act promptly should the worst happen.”
