Dog Owners Warned About Tennis Balls with Razor Blades
You might want to keep a closer eye on your dog while going for a walk or spending a day at the park. A story coming out of the UK has many dog owners worried. According to Yahoo News, "Greater Manchester Police are investigating after a [S]tanley knife blade was found inside the tennis ball which had been picked up by a puppy in Lyme Park, in Stockport..."
The ball was found by a dog owner after their dog found the tennis ball hidden in the reeds. According to the article, the dog took the ball to the car and started to chew it up when the owner discovered the razor blade. Luckily, the dog was not harmed.
There is now a fear that other tennis balls have been hidden throughout the park. It is currently being investigated by police. Rangers have also been informed of the incident.
The story spread across social media, creating a concern in the U.S. This time of year, many dog owners spend the day with their dog outside creating opportunity for malicious acts such as this.
Source: Yahoo News