Foxtail seed pods pose a health threat to pets across the US, especially in western regions.

Summer Alert: Foxtail Seed Pods Threaten Pets Across the US. With spring in full bloom, pet owners need to be aware of the unassuming grass seed pods known as foxtails, which can pose a significant threat to pets' health. These seed pods, found across the US, especially in the western regions, are covered in sticky hairs that can cause serious issues if ingested or embedded in pets' skin or ears.