"Dogs are in danger of serious illness or even death from swallowing toxic pellets washing up on an East Sussex beach, officials have warned. Owners are being urged to keep their pets on their lead after a pollution incident left large quantities of biobead' plastic pellets scattered over Camber Sands. Roster District Council has advised dog owners to keep their pets under careful control along the three-mile long beach."
"There are fears that the microplastic beads could get stuck in a dog's stomach or intestines, causing serious blockages. The pellets also carry toxic pollutants, which while not chemically dangerous could lead to severe internal injuries if swallowed, including ulcers and organ damage that could be deadly without swift veterinary treatment. There are fears that the microplastic beads could get stuck in a dog's stomach or intestines, causing serious blockages (Rother Distict Council - Camber plastic pellets)"
Large quantities of biobead plastic pellets have washed ashore along Camber Sands in East Sussex after a pollution incident. Dog owners are being urged to keep pets on leads and under careful control along the three-mile beach to avoid ingestion. Microplastic beads can become stuck in a dog's stomach or intestines and cause serious blockages. The pellets carry toxic pollutants that, while not chemically reactive, can cause severe internal injuries if swallowed, including ulcers and organ damage that may be fatal without prompt veterinary care. Local officials suspect the beads were dumped at sea and carried ashore by the tide.
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