With warmer and sunnier weather upon us and in the midst of National Pet Month, Tesco Bank Pet Insurance is urging dog owners to keep a close eye on their furry friends as they enjoy the great outdoors this spring and summer.
Analysis of Tesco Bank’s internal data from 2022 reveals that a fifth (19%) of claims made through the summer months were due to grass seed injuries in dogs. Grass seed injuries occur when a seed gets lodged in the outer layer of the dog’s skin, and while they can be found anywhere on the dog’s body, it often affects the paw pad. Grass seeds, if left untreated, can cause pain and discomfort and serious infection.
While claims peak in the summer months, with 296 claims last August, the numbers start to rise in May and June as people spend more time outside and grasses begin to seed. On average, grass seed injuries resulted in claims worth £438.
