27/08/2026
🐍 SNAKE BITE AWARENESS 🐍
With the weather starting to warm up again, it won’t be long before we start seeing more of our slithering friends out and about! ☀️🐍
Snake bites can be life-threatening and require urgent veterinary treatment, so knowing the signs could help save your pet’s life.
Signs of a snake bite can include:
• Sudden weakness or collapse
• Wobbly or unsteady walking
• Shaking or muscle tremors
• Dilated pupils
• Vomiting or excessive drooling
• Weakness or paralysis, particularly of the hind legs
• Difficulty breathing
• Loss of bladder or bowel control
• Blood in the urine
• Sudden deterioration
Sometimes pets may collapse initially and then appear to recover, so even if they seem okay afterwards, they still need veterinary attention.
If you see your pet with a snake or suspect they may have been bitten, contact your veterinarian immediately. Don’t wait for symptoms to become severe.
🐾 Keep a close eye on pets when they’re outside, particularly around long grass, sheds, wood piles and other areas where snakes may shelter.
When it comes to snake bites, early veterinary treatment can make all the difference ❤️