A WOMAN has whose dog “meant everything to her”, believes her pet was killed by poisonous plants at Craig Tara.

Catherine Sneddon was staying at the caravan park at the weekend at the beginning of July when her grandchildren took her rottweiler, Dajkeerah, for a walk.

Within 24 hours, the eight-year-old pup fell ill and sadly passed away , which her owner, Catherine, believes is because of poisonous plants planted around the caravan park.

She said: “She was fine - running about on the Saturday with my grandkids then the next day she was taking her last breath. My house just feels empty.

“The park needs to have signs up for dog owners because so many people go there and take their pets - it’s meant to be a pet friendly place. A breeder had phoned my son-in-law about other dogs that have died and said it was poisonous plants at the park.”

Catherine, added: “I am disabled and she looked after me and she was everything to me. 

“I feel so lonely without her - it was me and her everywhere together and I want some justice for her. I miss her so much.”

PDSA Veterinary Nurse, Katy Orton, explained: “There are many common plants and flowers, such as daffodils, lilies and yew that are toxic to our pets. Weed killers and pesticides should also be used with extreme caution if pets are likely to be in the area.

“If you suspect your pet has eaten something that may be toxic, or is showing symptoms of poisoning such as vomiting, lethargy, tremors or seizures, seek veterinary help immediately. 

“Make a note of the time they may have eaten it, the amount they may have eaten and take any samples with you to the vet. The sooner a pet receives treatment, the better their chance of recovery.”

Mike Newall, Head of Neighbourhood Services at South Ayrshire Council, added: “We are not aware of any complaints regarding poisonous plants at Craig Tara. 

“This is something which we could investigate and would ask anyone affected to contact our Environmental Health Team at environmental.health@south-ayrshire.gov.uk or by phoning 0300 123 0900.”

Haven Holidays, who own Craig Tara, were unavailable for a comment.