BCP Council Respond After Dog Ingests Crude Oil at Hengistbury Head

Dee walked her dog, Abi, at Hengistbury Head on February 9th. Abi is a ten-year-old rescue dog. During their walk, Abi ate a strange black lump. Abi got sick several times because of it.

Dee noticed a petrol smell later at her house, and Abi kept being sick. Dee then rushed Abi to the emergency vet right away. The vet confirmed Abi ate crude oil.

They gave Abi an anti-sickness shot and charcoal paste for the toxins. Now, Dee wants to warn other dog owners. Dee was very worried when Abi got sick.

The room smelled strongly of oil. A vet appointment online advised the emergency vet because of Abi’s age and health. Dee drove alone that Sunday night. She felt concerned because it was close to Christmas Eve.

Abi stayed at the vet for days. Dee stayed positive to help Abi. She worries about people who can’t pay for emergency vet care or insurance.

Dee wants the council to clear crude oil from beaches and thinks knowing where oil washes up will help. Facebook users appreciated her warning post as many dogs passed where Abi found the oil.

Dee hopes her warning prevents future incidents. BCP Council sent workers to Hengistbury Head, but the workers saw no signs of recent oil.

A spokesperson said storms might wash up crude oil, which could explain its presence there. They advise caution after bad weather.