There was also an article in the fish sniffer by Dan B. about trout being dangerous as well.


have not had time to look it up yet...

Even if they won't kill you, the fish from Chabot taste like green like the algae smells, at least when it's in bloom.

So a few dogs died from that water And your willing to consider eating fish from there???

So a few dogs died from that water And your willing to consider eating fish from there???

http://www.ebparks.org/activities/dogs/safety

Safety Tips for You and Your Dog

Keep your dog(s) out of streams and away from shorelines.
Dogs that consume raw/uncooked salmon and trout are at risk of infection by "Salmon Poisoning Complex." The bacteria carried by a parasitic trematode worm may cause death in infected dogs.

The disease is found in members of the salmon and trout family along the western slopes of the Sierra and Cascade mountains of California, Oregon and Washington, and can be found in ocean-going salmon as well as rainbow trout stocked in Bay Area lakes.

Dogs that consume raw/uncooked trout or salmon that carry the bacteria often develop fever, vomiting, diarrhea and enlarged lymph nodes within 5-7 days. If not treated by a veterinarian, the dog may die.

What to do:

Do not allow your dog(s) into any stream or shoreline areas.
Do not let your dog eat any part of raw/uncooked salmon or trout.
If you believe your dog has consumed raw/uncooked salmon or trout, contact your veterinarian immediately.
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Choose a hike within the limits of your dog's ability.
Dogs, like people, need to be in condition for exercising. Start slow. Do not ask your dog to do too much too soon. For an older dog or a dog with arthritis, or any other medical problem, a long hike is not fun and can be dangerous. Keep in mind that dogs are sprinters by nature. They are not built for long distance running. Your awareness will play a big role in the success of your outing.

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Carry water for your dog.
Always carry water for your dog. Your dog will need a lot for summer hikes. Water from streams or ponds is not always available, and not always safe to drink. We recommend carrying a lightweight plastic container.

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Restrict exercise in the heat of the day.
Hike in the shade, where possible. Carry water for your dog. Heatstroke is a great danger to dogs during the summer, they do not eliminate heat as efficiently as humans. When air temperature is close to body temperature, cooling by rapid breathing is not effective. Dogs need cool air to exchange for warm air. If the air becomes as warm as the dog's body temperature, normally 102.5°, it will continue to rise. If it exceeds 106°, heatstroke could result causing seizures, organ damage and death. If you come across an animal who is suffering from heat exhaustion (begins with rapid, noisy breathing), lower its body temperature immediately by soaking with cool water. Then take the dog to a vet as soon as possible.

On an average 75° day, the temperature in a car can rise to a deadly 120° within half an hour. Leaving the windows open a crack or parking in the shade does little to alleviate the heat. It is against the law to leave dogs in parked cars in extreme temperature and/or without adequate ventilation.

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Check before the hike to see that your dog's nails are medium length.
Long nails will make your dog's feet hurt. Short nails interfere with traction.

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Check for and treat cracking, punctures, or sores on foot pads.
Your dog needs to have tough pads. If he lives and walks only on soft grass, he might have a problem hiking on trails that may be hard or rocky. A dog's pads should be rough and look like fine sandpaper. Worn down pads that need treatment are smooth and may have little "dots" on them. The dots are nerve and capillary (blood supply to the pad) endings.

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Check for and remove foxtails and other weeds.
Be sure to check head, neck ears, eyes, nose, mouth, genitals, and between the toes. If your dog repeatedly shakes its head, a foxtail may have entered the ear canal. Sneezing may indicate that a foxtail is in the nasal passage. Repeated licking or scratching in the same area may be due to an imbedded foxtail. If you suspect a foxtail, promptly get your dog to a veterinarian.

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Check for ticks after every hike.
Check your dog during and after each hike. Pay particular attention to the ear/neck area and the underbelly. If you find ticks crawling on your dog, remove them while wearing plastic gloves or brush them off and crush them. Try not to touch them with your bare fingers. If you find a tick imbedded in your dog, remove it with a tick removal tool without squeezing it. Ticks carry a variety of diseases that dogs can catch, including lyme disease that is carried by the Western Black-Legged Tick (Ixodes pacificus). If you wish to have a tick identified, contact the Alameda Count Vector Control at 567-6800 to see if it is a carrier of lyme disease. Save in whole and live, if possible, in a covered container, with a moist cotton ball so it does not dry out. Tick prevention measures are available for your dog. Check with your pet professional.