Cane toads pose deadly threat to Collier County pets

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NAPLES, Fla. Some residents believe Hurricane Irma is to blame for poisonous cane toads appearing across Collier County, posing a deadly threat to animals.

WINK News reporter Hannah Vogel talks to one woman who is doing whatever she needs to make sure her precious pet survives.

MORE: Deadly toads being spotted more in SWFL

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