07/08/2026
🚨 URGENT WARNING & UPDATE FOR LOCAL DOG OWNERS!! EMBSAY RESERVOIR 🚨
I am sharing this post to issue a vital warning to our local community and to ask for your prayers for a very brave little dog.
Recently, one of my regular walking dogs, little Buddy, was exposed to toxic blue-green algae at Embsay Reservoir and contracted a severe, life-threatening illness. The reality of this algae is brutal. Buddy hasn’t been able to eat in weeks, has suffered from severe bloody diarrhoea, making him scream from the pain and has been in absolute agony. He even had to undergo major surgery to fit a stoma and feeding tubes.
The wonderful news is that Buddy is an absolute warrior. He is fighting his way into recovery right now and coming out strong! 🐾💪
Before I found out about this toxic bloom, I had actually taken Maverick to the reservoir, and he put his paws in the water. As soon as I heard what happened to Buddy, I panicked and got in touch with Maverick's lovely owner. I am incredibly relieved to report that Maverick is completely fine and is as feisty and strong as ever! We got lucky with Maverick, and Buddy is fighting a miracle battle, but please do not take the risk with your pets.
Algae is a hidden danger that completely catches people out, so please protect your pets
🟢 WHAT TO LOOK FOR? Blue-green algae can look like green or turquoise scum, clumps, streaks, or a green "pea soup" layer on the surface of stagnant or slow-moving water, especially along the shoreline.
STAY AWAY FROM THE WATER! Do not let your dogs swim, paddle, or drink from Embsay Reservoir.
LEASH UP! Keep your dogs on a lead near any open or stagnant water right now.
KNOW THE SIGNS! Algae toxins are deadly. If your dog has contact with the water and shows signs of vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling, or weakness, call a vet immediately. Please keep sending all your love and positive thoughts to brave little Buddy as he continues his recovery journey, and please SHARE this post to keep our local fur babies safe! 💔❤️🐾
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