SEPA statement: Reports of dogs becoming unwell after entering the River Don at Kemnay
Date published: 31 May 2024
Our statement below has been issued following reports of dogs becoming unwell after entering the River Don at Kemnay.
A spokesperson for the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) said:
“SEPA have received reports of three dogs that have become unwell after entering the River Don at Kemnay, in an area popular with dog walkers.
“The notifiers advised that prior to the dogs entering the water, they did not witness any pollution impacts. SEPA Officers have attended the location and taken samples to assess water quality. Initial findings have not identified any evidence of pollution.
“At this stage, SEPA have no reason to link the recent reports of dogs becoming unwell after entering the River Don, and the appeal made by Scottish Water regarding potential unauthorised waste disposals that have impacted Waste Water Treatment Works serving Kemnay, Oldmeldrum and Daviot.
“We would urge anyone that is concerned about a potential pollution incident to immediately contact SEPA online or via the Pollution Hotline 0800 807 060.”