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UK pets poisoned by illicit drugs in record numbers
Published Sunday, October 11, 2026 · Updated October 11
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Key points are extracted by an AI model and may contain errors or omissions. Always check the original sources.- In 2025, there was a 42% increase in calls to toxicology specialist helplines involving recreational drugs and nicotine, from 445 calls in 2024 to 633.
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- The Guardian
The article highlights the growing public health concern of pets being poisoned by illicit drugs, emphasizing the dangers in public spaces and the financial and emotional toll on pet owners.
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