PrimeSafe and Agriculture Victoria have announced indospicine toxicity as the cause of a recent cluster of 14 dog deaths in Victoria. Indospicine is found naturally in certain plants (Indigofera spp) and can accumulate in the tissues of grazing animals. Dogs are particularly sensitive to the toxin.

An eastern Victoria pet food supplier (Maffra District Knackery) has issued a voluntary recall of some meat products. A total of 45 dogs, linked to consuming the meat, have been treated for liver toxicity.

Fresh or frozen raw pet meat sourced from Gippsland between 31 May and 3 July 2021 should not be fed to greyhounds. Breeders, owners and trainers are urged to check their stocks and seek prompt advice from their veterinarians if their greyhounds demonstrate any concerning signs such as sudden loss of appetite, lethargy, or jaundice in a previously healthy greyhound.

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