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copperhead alert
Published Oct. 13, 2008
Can you spot the copperhead in the photo? He's there...believe me.
Just wanted to remind people to be careful with your pets. I've been tied up the last 2 days with one of my jack russells, Joker, that found one in the yard...
I think he's going to be OK, but just keep your eyes open. The vet said several other dogs were brought in over the weekend with copperhead bites.
We went thru this several years ago when all 3 of my jacks were involved, and Joker almost died...was bleeding, all over, with huge black pockets of blood forming just beneath the skin... (Jack Russells never learn)
So...be careful... The snake is in the lower left squdrant of the photo (not the one that bit my dog...just meant to show how well they hide)
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Many thanks for the excellent post, and good luck!
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October 16, 2008 3:21 p.m.
Praying that your jack russell comes thru okay!
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October 14, 2008 4:35 p.m.
Actually, it's because their venom is highly concentrated because they are young, which is why their bites are often times more severe than an older snake.
best wishes for Joker. This is another good reason to have chickens around. They will tear a snake to pieces.
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