Glasgow housing association probing rat poison incident

We previously reported how Juno, a five-year-old Dachshund-Yorkie cross, ate the toxic substance twice this month while out a walk. 

The pet suffered devastating kidney damage and is now undergoing life saving treatment in hospital, costing his owner more than £7k in vet bills.

Now Queens Cross Housing association is probing the incident after the toxic substance was allegedly used to control a rat problem near Oban Court in the West End.

Juno’s owner Sophie Forster, 29, has been warning others about the poison while her sister Sarah Forster, 38, spoke to the Glasgow Times about the ordeal.

Juno is very ill (Image: Sourced)

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Sarah said: “There was a rat problem in the area but it clearly hasn’t been handled in a safe or controlled way at all, it is really concerning.

“We believe the poison was put in the bins to kill the rats but they have carried it out and now it is all over the streets.

“It doesn't feel safe to take pets out for a walk in the West End right now because there is rat poison everywhere.”

Juno is only five-years-old (Image: Sourced)

A spokesperson for Queens Cross Housing Association said: “We are aware of an incident involving Mrs Forster and her pet dog, Juno and we are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this.

“We appreciate this is a distressing time for Mrs Forster. We remain in close contact with Mrs Forster while the investigation is ongoing and, once it concludes, the results will be made available.”

Juno is in hospital (Image: Sourced)

A Vets Now Glasgow spokesperson said: “Our dedicated team at Vets Now Glasgow aims to provide a professional and caring service at all times, and the most important thing to us is the welfare of pets in our care. Working with Juno’s owner, we are doing everything we can to provide the best care and outcome for Juno and her family.

“Rat poisons and mouse poisons, also known as rodenticides, are products formulated to kill rodents. The chemicals used in these products are often highly toxic to dogs and can cause internal bleeding, kidney failure, organ damage and even death if eaten by your dog.

“Worryingly, many modern rodenticides have a palatable flavour to attract animals, and they could look like a tasty snack to bait your dog.

“If you suspect your dog has swallowed rodenticide call your vet or, out of hours, your nearest pet emergency service immediately. Rat poisoning in dogs is an emergency that can’t wait until morning.”

You can visit the GoFundMe and donate to Juno’s recovery by clicking here.