Foxtail Alert in Boulder: The Hidden Springtime Danger for Dogs
A Silent Threat Growing in Boulder’s Trails and Fields
As the grasses in Boulder County dry out in the spring and early summer, a natural but dangerous threat begins to emerge—foxtails. These barbed grass awns may look harmless, but for dogs, they can cause severe injuries and even life-threatening complications. Found along trails, in open fields, and even in some neighborhood parks, foxtails are especially prevalent in South Boulder, Marshall Mesa, North Boulder trails, and the areas surrounding Boulder Reservoir…