What Types of Venomous Snakes Should Dog Owners Be Aware of in Virginia?
There are 3 types of venomous snakes in Virginia, all of which belong to the pit viper family: the Eastern Copperhead, Timber/Canebrake Rattlesnake, and Northern Cottonmouth. Copperheads are the most commonly seen and widely distributed venomous snake in Virginia and can be spotted in every county. Rattlesnakes are second most populous, having been accounted for […]
Summertime: Snakes, Spiders, Bees, Oh My!
One of the most common sights at our emergency clinic during the spring and summer months are unhappy pets with swollen faces. Often these are caused by an altercation with one of the various poisonous critters in our area. Snake bites seem to be the most common of the three. Dogs and cats are very […]
