With March just around the corner, our outdoor spaces are beginning to bloom with colour as spring flowers emerge.
The arrival of longer days and warmer weather will have dog owners heading into the great outdoors for long walks with their pooch - but there are some springtime plants that they need to keep their eyes peeled for. While they may look beautiful, there are unfortunately several flowers which sprout up in the spring that are toxic to dogs.
While side-effects can range from mild stomach upsets to more serious consequences, no dog owner wants to see their pooch in any degree of pain and it's worth knowing which plants should be steered clear of. Here are the spring plants which experts say are best avoided to stop your pup snaffling them up, and what to do if you suspect your dog may have eaten something they shouldn't.