A couple is warning pet owners about a parasite that can be fatal to dogs. The parasite is transmitted by snails and can be found in areas with freshwater or standing water, including dog parks. The couple's four dogs contracted the parasite after visiting a park.

Further details about the incident are available from the source. The couple's experience highlights the risk the parasite poses to dogs that encounter freshwater or standing water.

Pet owners are being cautioned to be aware of this risk, which can be present anywhere dogs may come into contact with snails in freshwater or standing water.