Neighbors grew concerned that someone might have intentionally poisoned pets, but Douglas County officials say that the poisoning was most likely an accident.

Dog owners living in the Tapestry Hills neighborhood in Castle Pines say they are now on high alert after a dog was accidentally poisoned while walking through the area.

Always consider the potential risks to pets, wildlife, and children in your community," Animal Law Enforcement Sgt. Bryanna Munns said.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office along with local animal control is investigating a situation in which a dog was found to have ingested rodent poison during a walk in the

A number of dogs have been left seriously unwell after food laced with rat poison was regularly left in a Canvey park. A pensioner has been arrested after a years-long investigation into poisoned food.