05/16/2025
Be aware of foxtails, they burrow their way into your pet’s skin.
Of particular interest to pet owners: the green foxtail is now fully formed in North Texas, and it is a hazard to the feet and tender spots of animals that might step or brush up against it. These seeds burrow into the skin and can cause a grave injury once it perforates the body.
Flower heads are spike-like, bristly, and densely packed with flowers (florets). Giant foxtail flower heads range from about 3 to 7 inches long; yellow foxtail flower heads 7/10 to 3 inches long; and green foxtail flower heads 7/10 to 6 inches long. These plants are not compatible with dogs. Check their feet, ears, eyes, nose, and ge****ls for embedded seedheads.
https://www.dirtdoctor.com/garden/Foxtail-Weed_vq13438.htm