Just read recently in an article by Robert Imrie, titled, "What's ugly, smells, kills dogs? Blue-green algae" about a current health hazard for dogs.
Apparently blue-gree algae that grows predominantly in waterways across the upper Midwest is responsible for not only sickening many people who come in contact with it, but also for killing dozens of dogs.
If you live in that area, beware of the potential problems you may have if you let your dog swim in or drink, or come in contact with this algae. It is especially serious if you let your dog drink from this water, but even swimming in it should be avoided. If your dog does end up coming in contact with it, be sure to rinse him off with clean, fresh water immediately!
