With the golden colours of autumn beginning to show, it’s a great time to head out for a picturesque walk with your dog .
But owners should be on the lookout for a common find at this time of year that could pose a serious threat to their pooch. Conkers - the seed of the horse chestnut tree that are instantly recognisable with their spiky cases and shiny red-brown seeds inside - are toxic to dogs.
If your dog happens to eat a conker while having a curious sniff around in the crunchy autumn leaves, it can lead to them getting very sick. This is because conkers contain a toxic chemical called aesculin, which is found in all parts of the horse chestnut tree.
