Police in the Highlands have issued a warning to dog walkers after a pet died after eating a banned pesticide near Muir of Ord last week.
Officers carried out searches in and around Faebait Farm last Thursday after the animal’s death. a
The force is now urging dog walkers and members of the public to steer clear of the farm and its surrounding area until further notice.
Inspector Mike Middlehurst said: “Traces of a banned pesticide has been detected in the area and we do not wish a member of the public, another dog or any other animal to become unwell where it can be avoided.
“This is a precautionary request until the investigation is complete. I can confirm that the dog that died belonged to the owners of Faebait Farm.
“They are co-operating fully with the investigation and support this request to other members of the public and dog owners.
Anyone with information which may be able to help police should contact 101.
Dog dies outside Muir of Ord after eating banned pesticide
