We currently have a small dog in the hospital fighting for her life following a run in with an adder. If you suspect your dog has been bitten by a snake please seek veterinary attention straight away. Adders are 40-70cm in length and range in colour from pale grey to dark brown, olive green, yellow or reddy brown. However, in spite of this colour variation, they are all recognisable by their dorsal zigzag pattern with a V or X shape on the head; the eye is elliptical with a vertical slit. Other snakes native to the UK are the grass snake, the smooth snake and the slow worm, but none of these show the same zigzag pattern. The adder is a timid and non-aggressive snake, and will only bite when provoked. They hibernate over the winter, emerge in early spring as the ambient temperature increases. Thanks to the quick thinking of this dogs owners we have all got our fingers crossed she will make a full recovery.
Posted on: Tue, 18 Mar 2014 15:39:58 +0000
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