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Show Caption Hide Caption Symptoms of rat poisoning in dogs Here's what to watch for if you are concerned your dog may have ingested rat poison. If you're worried about your pet's health, go see your veterinarian.

Food laced with poison has been found in several yards in a southeast Fort Collins neighborhood, according to Larimer Humane Society.

The humane society has received several reports of suspicious food items found in yards in the Fossil Lake Ranch neighborhood, marketing and community outreach manager Kaylene Weingardt said.

Food sample tests confirmed they contained rat poison.

"The good news is that no animals have been harmed yet," Weingardt said.

Fort Collins police officer Dustin Weir said police responded to one report of suspicious meatballs found in the yard of a home in the Fossil Lake Ranch neighborhood on June 9. The officer on the case is still conducting interviews, and the case is remains under investigation.

Weingardt said pet owners should stay vigilant and watch their pets while they are in the yard to make sure they aren't eating anything strange.

"If they're acting any different than normally or if you suspect something may be wrong, it's always worth it to reach out to your veterinarian," Weingardt said. "Substances like rat poison can take a few days to have an effect on a dog, so just keep eye on them."

Any information or suspicious activity related to these incidents should be reported to Larimer County Animal Control at 970-226-3647, extension 7, and to Fort Collins police at 970-221-6540.

Watch your pets for these rat poisoning symptoms

Loss of appetite

Impaired movement

Paralysis of the animal's hind limbs

Slight muscle tremors

Seizures

Depression of the central nervous system

Source: petMD.com

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