The danger of foxtails goes beyond simple irritation. Because they don’t break down inside the body, an embedded foxtail can lead to a serious infection for your dog.

Buena Vista veterinarian Beth Ritchie of Friends Mobile Veterinary Service said that she sees “a number of problems caused by ...

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Dogs may inhale foxtails while running through fields and breathing hard. The foxtail can sometimes get stuck in the nose, which will cause the pet to sneeze and look uncomfortable. Occasionally, a ...

• If your dog is constantly licking a foot, there’s a chance a foxtail has entered between the toes. The foot may be swollen and painful. • Foreign bodies in the ear will usually cause your ...

If these seeds are not removed sooner, they’ll burrow deep into your dog’s body and continue piercing soft tissues. For instance, grass seed in a dog’s paw can travel to the knees and cause ...

Below, Sean McCormack, head vet at tails.com, has explained what foxtail grass seed is, how to spot it this summer and how it can be dangerous to your dog. What is Foxtail grass seed?

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Dogs may inhale foxtails while running through fields and breathing hard. The foxtail can sometimes get stuck in the nose, which will cause the pet to sneeze and look uncomfortable.