EXCLUSIVE: Devastated pet owners have told MailOnline how previously healthy dogs have come into contact with the algae and suffered horrendous symptoms, such as fits and seizures.
Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, is a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets, livestock and birds.
The dogs reportedly got ill after swimming in a lake. Click to read more. Multiple dog deaths have been reported in Ireland over the past week, with local veterinarian authorities blaming the 'blue green algae' for causing serious illnesses like organ failures to the animals.