Dogs can become very unwell if they eat conkers. They can start vomiting, have diarrhoea, and display abdominal pain. In severe cases, the dog may become dehydrated and go into shock.
Although fatalities are rare, a high dose of aesculin could affect the central nervous system and might even be fatal for your dog.
Signs of illness usually arise after a couple of days but dogs can show signs of being poisoned within one to six hours of consuming the conkers.
Abdominal pain
Diarrhoea
Disorientation
Drooling
Excessive thirst
Loss of appetite
Muscle tremors
Seizures
Vomiting
Tips:
Keep your dog on the lead through areas where conkers lie.
Keep an eye on your pet when it's walking through woodland and parks.
Bring a toy or treats to distract your dog if they become curious about a conker.
