21/10/2025
๐ Brisbane ๐๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐๐ซ: ๐๐ญ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ง๐๐ค๐ ๐๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐
Last week was very tense for our teams at MustCare Windaroo Vet and Compton Road Vet; several pets were rushed in after crossing paths with snakes.
Every single one survived, but each case was a reminder of how quickly things can change in the heat of a Queensland summer.
Snakes are part of this land; they slip through long grass and seek out cool, damp corners when the weather turns fierce. We canโt keep them out entirely, but we can stay watchful.
If your pet suddenly seems โoffโ, trust your instinct.
Common early signs of a snake bite include:
๐พ Weakness or unsteady walking
๐พ Shaking or trembling
๐พ Drooling or vomiting
๐พ Dilated pupils or glassy eyes
๐พ Rapid or heavy breathing
๐พ Swelling or unusual pain
Even small changes can mean something serious so donโt wait. Keep your pet calm and get to your nearest vet straight away.
๐ฟ Trim the grass, tidy shaded spots, and bring outdoor water bowls inside - snakes come for the same things we all do: shade and water.
For more information on snakes commonly found in South East Queensland and how to identify them safely, visit the official Queensland Government guide:
๐ environment.qld.gov.au/wildlife/animals/living-with/snakes/near-you/south-east-qld
Kindness, calm, and quick action save lives. ๐
