Veterinarian Ben Brown shares tips on keeping pets safe from wild animals, including rattlesnakes. There are seven types of rattlesnake species that are indigenous to Utah:
Rattlesnake Species Indigenous To Utah: Sidewinder (Crotalus cerastes),
Speckled Rattlesnake (C. mitchellii)
Mojave Rattlesnake (C. scutulatus)
Western Rattlesnake (C. viridis)
Hopi Rattlesnake (C.V. nuntius)
Midget-faded Rattlesnake (C.V. concolor)
Great Basin Rattlesnake (C.V. lutosus)
In order to keep your pets safe, Dr. Brown recommends:
- hiking & walking loudly
- paying attention to surroundings
- if your pet senses danger, they are probably correct
- getting your pets vaccinated against rattlesnakes
- be especially careful at dawn and dusk
If your pet does get bit by a rattlesnake avoid trying to solve the problem and get to a veterinarian office as soon as possible.
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