Two dogs have reportedly died after swimming in the Bewl Water Reservoir, prompting Bewl Water to warn of the risk of toxic blue-green algae in the water. The warning comes too late for Leo the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, who played in the water and then suddenly went into respiratory distress and seizures as his horrified owner, Radoslav Nedelos, looked on. Mr. Nedelos rushed Leo to the veterinarian, but to no avail. Mr. Nedelos harshly criticized the lack of signage warning visitors to the reservoir, a popular visiting location for dog owners, of the danger from blue-green algae blooms.

Key Takeaways:

• Bewl Water Reservoir is warning of the risk of toxic blue-green algae blooms after two dogs died after playing in the reservoir.
• Leo, a five year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier, suffered respiratory distress and severe seizures within minutes of splashing around in the reservoir.
• Leo’s distraught owner, Radoslav Nedelos, has sharply criticized Bewl Water for the lack of safety warnings around the reservoir, which is popular with dog owners.

“He took his dog to an emergency vet, who warned him they may not be able to save Leo. Mr Nevelos decided he wanted the to try, despite the bill running into hundreds of pounds, but eventually it became clear nothing could be done.”

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