Dog walkers have been warned of a "fatal" find they might come across on Sefton beaches.
Palm oil is harmless to humans but can be fatal for our four-legged friends.
Usually, it has a laxative effect on dogs, but can prove deadly in some cases.
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Dog owners have now been warned to keep an eye out for palm oil on the coastline as it washed up during high tides and strong winds.
Anyone who finds palm oil on the coastline is urged to get in touch with Sefton Council and report the find.
A spokesperson for Green Sefton said: “Unfortunately, palm oil debris is occasionally found along the Sefton coastline, washed up by high tides and during strong winds. It is harmless to humans, but it can be fatal to dogs if eaten.
“Dogs can be attracted to the smell of palm oil, so pet owners are advised to look out for anything out of the ordinary when walking their dog on the coast, especially around tidelines.
“Pet owners should always keep their dogs under close control when visiting the coast, especially along the tideline, although the material can appear elsewhere on the beach after a high tide.
“Anyone who discovers palm oil along the Sefton coast is encouraged to report it to the Council’s Contact Centre on 0345 140 0845 and to the Environment Agency on 0800 80 70 60.”
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