07/09/2025
🐍 Snakebite Safety for Pets: Be Prepared, Not Panicked
Whether you're hiking the trails or relaxing in your backyard, venomous snakes like rattlesnakes and copperheads can pose a serious threat to your pets. Dogs and cats are naturally curious and may not recognize the danger until it's too late.
Know the Signs of a Snakebite:
🐾Sudden swelling (often on the face or limbs)
🐾Bruising or bleeding at the bite site
🐾Lethargy, vomiting, or collapse
🐾Visible puncture wounds (though not always easy to spot)
What to Do Immediately:
Keep your pet calm and still to slow venom spread.
✔️Do not apply ice, heat, or tourniquets.
✔️Do not attempt to suck out the venom.
✔️Seek emergency veterinary care immediately.
Highland Vet Care is Here to Help We are fully stocked with antivenom for both rattlesnake and copperhead bites, which can be life-saving in severe cases. Many clinics do not carry antivenom due to cost and limited shelf life, but we believe in being prepared for the unexpected.
Real Stories, Real Recoveries— From viral rescues to heroic recoveries, pets bitten by venomous snakes have survived thanks to quick action and access to antivenom. Don’t wait until it’s too late—know where to go in an emergency.
📍 Visit highlandvetcare.net to learn more or call us to ask about snakebite preparedness.
📫1079 Texas Palmyra Highway, Honesdale, PA (next to Aaron’s)
🌐 http://www.highlandvetcare.com
📱 (570) 616-4244
