Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent

Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.

Jump to content
Independent

Thank you for registering

Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Swipe for next article

Independent Bulletin homepage

Download our
Social Partner

We are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)We are 8 logoWe are 8 logo
  1. All
  2. News
  3. Sport
  4. Culture
  5. Lifestyle

Dog owners warned after fishhook find at walking spot

Charley Meats posted on Abergavenny Voice Facebook Page images of the treats stuffed with fishhooks
Charley Meats posted on Abergavenny Voice Facebook Page images of the treats stuffed with fishhooks (Charley Meats/Abergavenny Voice Facebook )
  • Police have issued a warning after dog treats laced with concealed fishhooks were discovered in popular walking spots across South Wales.
  • Incidents have been reported in Blaen Brab Community Woodland in Cwmbran, Gwent, and Castle Meadows in Abergavenny.
  • Pet owners shared warnings on social media, with one dog in Abergavenny requiring emergency surgery after ingesting the laced treat.
  • The fishhooks were found embedded inside bone marrow chew sticks, making them difficult to detect.
  • Gwent Police are conducting patrols and urging dog owners to remain vigilant and report any suspicious findings.
In full

Thank you for registering

Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in