Treatment can be tricky too, often needing an anaesthetic while we attempt to locate and safely remove the offending seed. There’s no protection really, other than prevention. Keep the lawn well mowed and try to keep your pets out of long, dry grass whilst on walks. Check your pet carefully after a walk in potential grass seed areas, paying particular attention to the eyes, ears and between the toes. Groom long-haired pets regularly to remove grass seeds from their coats and prevent them burrowing into the skin.