07/24/2026
🐍 Rattlesnake Season is Here – Be Careful Out There! 🐍
As temperatures warm up across western Kansas, rattlesnakes are on the move. Whether you're checking cattle, riding horses, working around the farm, or taking your dog for a walk, now is a good time to be extra aware of your surroundings.
Here are a few simple ways to help protect your pets and livestock:
🐾 Keep dogs on a leash when exploring unfamiliar areas.
🌾 Avoid tall grass, brush piles, rock outcroppings, and old buildings where snakes like to hide.
👢 Watch where you step and where you place your hands while working outside.
🏡 Keep your yard and around barns clean to discourage rodents, which can attract snakes.
If your pet is bitten by a rattlesnake, you may notice:
• Sudden swelling, especially around the face or legs
• Pain or crying out
• Weakness or difficulty standing
• Bleeding from the bite
• Trouble breathing in more serious cases
⏰ Time matters. If you think your pet has been bitten by a rattlesnake, contact us as soon as possible. The sooner treatment begins, the better the chances for a successful recovery.
Snakes play an important role in our ecosystem and usually want nothing to do with people or animals. The best thing you can do is give them plenty of space and let them move along safely.
Stay safe this summer, and if you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to give us a call—we're here to help! ❤️🐾
