A dog had to be placed on a drip and still requires medication after ingesting rat poison concealed in chunks of meat at a park.
Abbi, a West Highland White Terrier, fell ill after swallowing the revolting substance in Greenwell Park in Fife, Scotland on Wednesday, January 4.
The westie's faeces soon turned black in colour, a common sign of poisoning, sparking alarm with her owner.
Thankfully, Abbi's owner acted quickly and immediately rushed her to the vets at the first sign that something was wrong.
She was placed on a drip while at the vets and although she is now home, she still requires medication.
The disturbing incident has shocked the Scottish SPCA who have now launched an investigation into the event to figure out how the meat came to be contaminated and planted in the popular walking spot.
The charity is asking for anyone with any information to come forward, and are urging dog owners in the area to be vigilant, the Daily Record reports.
The the situation could have had a fatal ending if it weren't for the intervention of Abbi's owner, they said.
Robyn Gray, Scottish SPCA inspector, said: “We are very concerned about the circumstances surrounding how Abbi came to be poisoned.
"This is a very serious incident which, had her owner not acted with such speed, could have had a very different outcome.
"Using poison, or any dangerous item, with the intent of deliberately harming animals is a crime and is enforceable by law.
“If your pet shows any signs that they may have been poisoned, take them to the vet immediately.
“If anyone has any information about this case or that toxic substances are being deliberately used against animals, then we would urge them to contact our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999.”
Last year the Mirror reported on an incident in Scarborough in which a dog died after being poisoned by antifreeze on a walk.
Swanzdale Veterinary Care Centre, in Scarborough, urged coastal walkers to make sure their dogs aren't drinking from unknown sources or being let off the lead in the area.
The dog had consumed antifreeze, which is incredibly dangerous and toxic to canines - even if only a small amount is licked.
It can damage their kidneys and cause death, with the most toxic kind containing ethylene glycol.
Dogs will often come across antifreeze around cars, and some types smell and taste sweet so may be irresistible to animals.
If you think your dog has licked, drank or been in contact with antifreeze, contact your vet immediately.
