The small size of slugs andsnails make them easy for adog to accidentally ingest.
Slugs and snails thrive in warm and damp conditions.
Spring and Autumn are peaktimes for slug and snail activity.
Some dogs purposefully eat slugs and snails.
Slugs and snails are a source of entertainment for some dogs
Dogs have plenty of opportunity to come into contact with slugs and snails in the garden or out on walks.
Slugs and snails can accidentally be eaten when playing with a toy....
....or rummaging through the undergrowth.