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Dog warning as suspected palm oil washes up on beach

Dog warning as suspected palm oil washes up on beach
BBC Science Friday 21 August 2026, 18:30 UTC 1 min read
Key Points

Palm oil can be toxic to dogs who may be attracted to its smell.

Palm oil can be toxic to dogs who may be attracted to its smell.
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