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There is a rattlesnake vaccine available for dogs. It was approved by the USDA in 2004. The initial vaccine should be given in at least two doses about 30 days apart.
The vaccine has been reported to both delay the effects and reduce the severity of rattlesnake bites and help dogs survive and recover more quickly with less pain and swelling. It is always recommended that a rattlesnake bite be treated as a veterinary emergency-even in a vaccinated dog.
Once vaccinated for rattlesnake bites, the dog would need yearly booster shots.
The above is spot on. It will also provide some protection from closely related rattlesnake cousins. It does not provide protection against Water Moccasin (Cottonmouth), Mojave Rattlesnake or Coral Snake, if memory serves.
If you can, ID the snake; it is a veterinary emergency, and anti-venoms are available if you know the type that bit your dog. Get to your Vet ASAP.
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Are snake bites dangerous for dogs?
Depends on the snake mainly. And the size of the dog. And if/how much venom the snake decided to spend on the dog.
Can electric shock negate poisonous snake bites?
Only if you electrocute the snake before it bites you.
You are wondering if you should get snake bites so what are the bad things about snake bites?
they kill you stupid
What snake bites?
Any snake bites hurt, it's the poisonous ones that are dangerous though
Which plants can stop snake bites?
Plants can't stop snake bites. Some herbs can slow the rate of the poison used when the snake bites, but they can't stop them out right
What is safe to give a dog after he bites a frog and the dog is drinking only water?
Give him 500cc of rattle snake anti-venom. he should be all good.
What is the snake the never bites or strikes?
A mystery snake
What type of snake bites hurt?
Any snake bites hurt, it's the poisonous ones that are dangerous though
How did Native Americans treat snake bites?
Native Americans used rattlesnake weed to help snake bites.
What are dog bites?
When a dog bites someone or something.
If a rat snake bites a dog will the dog die?
In most cases, a rat snake bite is not deadly to dogs as rat snakes are nonvenomous. However, the bite can cause pain, swelling, and irritation. It is still important to monitor the dog for any signs of infection and seek veterinary attention if necessary.
How do you survive a rattle snake bite?
Rattle snake bites are considered to be dangerous if not treated on time. Most of the venomous snake bites reported are from rattle snakes.
