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Dog rescued from Scottish mountain after apparently eating cannabis
USA Today • • world
Key Points:
- A black Labrador named Tokyo became critically ill after ingesting suspected cannabis while hiking up Scotland's Ben Nevis, the UK's highest peak.
- Tokyo's owner, Christina Bluhme, noticed the dog losing use of her legs and drifting in and out of consciousness near the summit, prompting a rescue call.
- The Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team carried Tokyo down the mountain and she was taken to a vet, where she was treated for neurotoxicity symptoms and made a full recovery the next day.
- Bluhme, a professional dog trainer, urged dog owners to be cautious of discarded drugs and toxic substances in outdoor areas, highlighting the unexpected dangers even in natural settings.
- The rescue team was praised for their quick and compassionate response, which was crucial in saving Tokyo’s life.
