What should I do if my dog is bitten by a snake? ——Emergency treatment and prevention guide
Recently, as the temperature rises, snakes become more active, and cases of pet dogs being bitten by snakes have been reported in many places. This article combines hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days and advice from veterinary experts to provide you with a structured response plan to help you avoid emergency situations.
1. Statistics on snake bite incidents across the country within 10 days
| area | Number of reported cases | Common snake species | high risk period |
|---|---|---|---|
| East China | From 23 | Short-tailed adder, red chain snake | 18:00-21:00 |
| South China | From 37 | Bamboo leaf green, bungara snake | Early morning/after rain |
| southwest region | From 19 | cobra, soldering iron tip | 10:00-15:00 |
| North China | From 8 | viper, grass snake | Suburban grass |
2. Four-step method for emergency treatment
1. Recognize symptoms
•neurotoxin(such as Bungarus snake): dilated pupils, salivation, muscle tremors
•blood toxins(such as vipers): swelling and congestion, bleeding from wounds, fever
•mixed toxins: Have both the above symptoms and develop rapidly
2. Golden 10 Minutes Action
| steps | Operational points | Taboo |
|---|---|---|
| Restrict activities | Fix the injured limb with a bandage (tight enough to insert one finger) | Do not run or do strenuous exercise |
| Clean the wound | Rinse with saline and avoid squeezing | It is prohibited to take drugs by mouth |
| Record snake characteristics | Take photos or memorize colors and head shapes | Don't catch with bare hands |
| Prepare to be sent to hospital | Contact a pet hospital that has antivenom in advance | Never self-medicate |
3. Medical treatment process
Standard veterinary treatment typically includes:
• Injectionantivenom(Need to match snake species)
• Intravenous fluid rehydration accelerates metabolism
• Prophylactic antibiotic treatment
• Plasma exchange if necessary
3. Ranking of preventive measures (according to pet hospital survey)
| measures | efficient | Difficulty of implementation |
|---|---|---|
| Avoid walking your dog during times when snakes are active | 92% | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Wear snake protection (such as high boots) | 85% | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Spray snake repellent powder in the yard | 78% | ★★★☆☆ |
| Snake early warning training (smell recognition) | 65% | ★★★★☆ |
4. Clarification of common misunderstandings
•Misconception:Small dogs are more dangerous
Facts:Large dogs are at higher risk due to their large range of activities (statistics account for 61%)
•Misconception:No precautions required in winter
Facts:It can occur throughout the year in the South, with 7 cases still recorded in December 2023
5. Key points of nursing care during recovery period
1.24-hour monitoring:Monitor body temperature and respiratory rate
2.Diet modification:Provide liquid food and supplement vitamin K
3.Wound management:Disinfect daily and use Elizabethan rings to prevent licking
4.Exercise restrictions:Avoid strenuous exercise for 2 weeks
All dog-owning families are advised to save localWildlife Rescue Centerand24-hour pet emergencyContact information. In case of emergency, you can directly send photos of snakes to obtain professional guidance. Prevention is better than cure. Regularly mowing the lawn and cleaning up debris can effectively reduce the possibility of snakes hiding.
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