13/09/2024
With the sun finally showing its beautiful face in WA, itโs important to keep in mind that the danger noodles are also now starting to wake up & venture out ๐
Snake bite signs/symptoms to look out for include:
โ ๏ธ Collapse (sometimes followed by apparent recovery)
โ ๏ธ Lethargy
โ ๏ธ Muscle tremors, shaking, and reduced eye blinking
โ ๏ธ Dilated pupils
โ ๏ธ Vomiting
โ ๏ธ Sudden onset of weakness/wobbliness (ataxia)
โ ๏ธ Paralysis
โ ๏ธ Inability to control bladder and bowels
โ ๏ธ Irregular bleeding from the nose, bite site, mouth
โ ๏ธ Discoloured, dark urine (often bloody)
If you suspect your dog may have been bitten, or they are showing any of the signs or symptoms listed above, it is important to stay calm & seek emergency vet treatment immediately. Please call the clinic on 6500 3013.