Jul 21, 2023

It’s scorching in Texas and identical to people, snakes are searching for cool locations to beat the warmth throughout our file excessive temperatures. They could be cozied up within the shade of rocks on a favourite mountain climbing path, within the moist coolness round potted out of doors crops or darkish recesses below decks and porches.

More often than not, snakes stay aloof and preserve their distance from folks and pets. However mid-summer is a peak time for snake exercise, which will increase the prospect of a cat or canine crossing paths with the reptile whereas on a hike or roaming round open air.

Austin Pets Alive! (APA!)  needs to assist Austinites preserve their furry mates secure by offering the next useful pointers:

• Hold canine on leash whereas mountain climbing on trails or when open air in unfamiliar areas.

• Hold yards away from rock piles, stacks of wooden or different “covers” that would present a shady space for snakes.  

• Bear in mind that cats generally really hunt down snakes.

Cats and canine are inquisitive creatures and regardless of our greatest efforts to forestall our furry mates from crossing paths with a snake, it might occur. Should you see a snake close to your pet, assume they could have been bitten. If attainable, take an image of the snake or commit its shade sample to reminiscence, which can assist your veterinarian determine subsequent steps. Hold the canine or cat as calm as attainable and instantly name your veterinarian or nearest pet emergency heart and comply with their directions.

Typically the one clue you’ll have that your pet might have been bitten will probably be based mostly on how your pet is appearing, particularly since snake bites aren’t typically seen. Be looking out for the next signs:

• Your pet turns into wobbly or unsteady.

• Your pet displays sudden shaking or trembling.

• Your pet’s respiration might turn out to be quick or shallow.

• Your canine might vomit inside the first hour of being bitten.

Following these easy steps will enable you shield your fur infants from snake bites throughout this time of excessive snake exercise and excessive warmth.