22/06/2026
Meet Jarvis 💚 this little guy was bitten by a snake 🐍 ! Not very common in the UK but it is important to note we do have them not many of our snakes are poisonous however the Adder snake is ‼️ so please watch out for signs when you are taking your pets for a walk in any fields, long grass or bushes 🐾 Jarvis is doing well and reviving nicely 🥰🫶
Please also note is you or a dog walker take your pets to ‼️Hounslow health Adder snakes are there so please please be careful ‼️
🐍 DOGS & ADDER SNAKE BITES: KNOW THE SIGNS 🐾
Adder bites can be painful and may become serious, especially if your dog is small, elderly, or has other health problems.
⚠️ Signs your dog may have been bitten:
• Sudden pain or yelping
• Swelling around the bite area (often face, nose, or legs)
• Lameness or reluctance to move
• Bruising or redness
• Shaking, weakness, or collapse
• Vomiting or breathing difficulties
🚨 What to do:
✅ Keep your dog calm and as still as possible
✅ Contact your vet immediately for advice
✅ Carry your dog if possible to reduce movement
❌ Do not try to suck out venom
❌ Do not apply a tourniquet
❌ Do not give human pain medication
Most dogs recover well with prompt veterinary care, but early treatment is important.
📍If you walk your dog in areas where adders live, keep them on paths and avoid letting them disturb snakes basking in warm weather.
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