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TOXIC THREAT: Family gets HOA approval for pet protection against cane toads
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- The Valencia Walk at Riverland HOA approved protective mesh installation along the fence bottom to block cane toads from entering the yard.
- The decision followed concerns from the Shulman family about cane toads posing a danger to their dogs Petra and Sophie.
- FWC notes cane toads are toxic and can be fatal to dogs within minutes if ingested.
- The HOA had previously denied the request, prompting the family to launch a neighborhood petition.
- The Shulman family hopes to install the mesh within about a month.
- The protection measure is intended to create a safer environment for the couple’s dogs Petra and Sophie.
- The report highlights ongoing community actions against cane toads in Riverland.
- The case prompted a petition with dozens of signatures after HOA denial.
- The HOA approval marks a change in the community response to pet safety concerns.
- Officials say cane toads secrete a toxin lethal to dogs, underscoring the value of preventive measures.
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