🐍 Know the symptoms:
Signs such as sudden weakness followed by collapsing, shaking or twitching of the muscles, vomiting, dilated pupils, blood in urine or paralysis can all be symptoms of a snake bite.

🐍 Seek immediate veterinary assistance:
If you suspect your pet has been bitten by a snake, bring them into clinic immediately. Pets are more likely to survive a snake bite if treated promptly. If possible, give us a call on the way so we can prepare to treat as soon as you arrive.

🐍 Administer emergency treatment before transport to the vet:
Keeping your pet calm and as still as possible can help minimise the amount of venom absorbed via the blood stream.

🐍 Take precautions:
The majority of bite cases occur simply due to pets being in the wrong place at the wrong time, however there are some ways to reduce the likelihood of your pets coming into contact with a slithery fiend.
Keeping your yard tidy, grass short, cleaning up spilled food, fruit or birdseed and walking your pet on a leash when out and about are just a few ways to minimise the risk of a snake bite.

Want to know more? Give us a call on (07) 3282 6722 to chat to one of our vets or nurses today!