Warm Weather Can Bring a Bite to Your Pets

February 08, 2021

Don't delay to get your pet the treatment they need!

With reports of adder sightings already racking up, make sure you know how to spot the signs of an adder bite and what to do if the worst happens to your beloved pooch.

How to tell if your dog has been bitten:

There will be localised, painful swelling
Two puncture marks in the centre of the swelling
Can result in breathing difficulties
Other symptoms may include drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy and drowsiness

If you pet starts to show any of these signs, urgent veterinary treatment is required and the following tips can help reduce your pet's pain:

Keep your pet as still as possible - carry them if possible to prevent the spread of the venom
Bathe the wound in cold water to reduce the swelling
Get your dog to the vet for treatment

It is also recommended that you keep up to date with any dog-walking news for reported "adder hotspots" to avoid when walking your dog during the warmer months as the venomous snakes come out of hibernation.

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