I have always wondered whether it is safe for a dog to swim in ponds. Now I have been informed that the pond itself, the pondlife, could be endangered by dogs.According to the handy nature trail guide, Old Redding Nature Reserve, dogs can endanger freshwater ponds.
1Flea treatment in fur kills freshwater invertebrates.
2 Feet damage the pond's banks and bottom, stirring up sediment and preventing the growth of plants.
3 Dogs' coats pick up invasive bacteria, animals and plants, movving them from one area of water to another.
The Council claims it has to spend hundreds of pounds every year on clearing an aquatic ferm which was brought it by an animal. The gfern grew into a thick mat which covered the whole surface of a pond. The shade interfered with other plants.,
Tthe rest of the leaflet is good news, wonderful things yu can see on the nature trail.
Opportunities for walkers. And for volunteers to help with conservation.
In addition to this area, the London loop signposts walks for 150 miles. Enough to keep you busy on a trip to London, or if you live in London, to keep you happy getting exercise every weekend, every week, or every day.
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