davidjk Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 as you know we re-homed saskia about a six weeks ago from a family that couldnt look after her. since then she has got fitter and stronger, and then suffered a shoulder injury, then that recovered, and i have just recieved a phone call from my wife to say that saskia is at the vets because she got an adder bite whilst out on horsel common. i asked her to repeat what she had said because it didnt sink in i dont know any more details yet, but my wife is at the vets with her, luckily the vets is just round the corner from where she was, and she is fit and strong so it shouldnt be a problem. i cant believe how upset i am by this. i will post more as i know **************************************************** Update _______________________________________________________ not good news, she got bit on the face, which is a bad place to be bitten. aparently the snake was basking in the path, saskia was out in front , and it bit her face, she then bit its head off and swalowed it , and was trying to eat the rest of it when my wife pulled it off of her. the vets where being all gloom and doom aparently the anti venom is worse than the bite, but because she has been got on the face she needs it because she is having difficulty breathing. it will be a few hours before we know anything more ***************************************************** update 2 well just got off of the phone to the vets, and becuase my wife got her to the vets swiftly(because saskia was eating the adder) she got the anti toxin fast, and should suffer no long term effects, like kidney problems etc. she is up and about and eating and going tothe toilet she also didnt have an adverse reaction to the anti toxin either the vet said she was very lucky, because face bites usually end up with them stopping breathing, becuase they dont realise the dog has been bitten. so good girl saskia for trying to eat it, that action saved you. we will be getting a call in the morning from the vets, and baring and unforseen circumstances she will be allowed home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
infinitykate Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Oh no! I'm so sorry to hear that! Husky Hugs and hope that she's doing better when you hear back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqwidge Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 oh no...hope she's doing better when you hear from your wife Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brincatmark Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Hopefully she gets better mate. Buy her one big juicy bone as a welcome treat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidjk Posted August 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 not good news, she got bit on the face, which is a bad place to be bitten. aparently the snake was basking in the path, saskia was out in front , and it bit her face, she then bit its head off and swalowed it , and was trying to eat the rest of it when my wife pulled it off of her. the vets where being all gloom and doom aparently the anti venom is worse than the bite, but because she has been got on the face she needs it because she is having difficulty breathing. it will be a few hours before we know anything more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibe77 Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Oh no, David im so sorry, my fingers are crossed for you and Saskia, i hope to god she pulls thru! please keep us updated.... Thoughts are with you all Tony,Mary,Reece and Grey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqwidge Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 oh no...really hope she's ok xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngieK9 Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Oh no!! hope she'll be okay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valkyries Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Am thinking of siskia also you and your family i hope all goes well for her hugs xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siberian_wolf Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 OMG!!!!!!!!!!!! I had to read that a few times :eek: Wish I could offer you some advise but Ive never had one of my dogs bitten by a snake before, apart from when Gizmo nearly got bit by a grass snake in Wareham forest (but thats a completely different subject!). Really hope she pulls though, please please please keep us updated!!! The snakes venom glands are in the head and if she has swalled the head I would take extreme care and possible try to have it removed asap! If it helps, I found this: http://www.vetbase.co.uk/information/common-european-adder-bites-dogs.php Hope this helps Husky hugs from all of us here to Saskia, yourself and your wife Let us know hoe she goes on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbb23 Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 OMG David!!!!! :eek: I am so so sorry to hear about Saskia!!!! I really hope she pulls through and will be ok! Pease do keep us all posted. Paws & fingers crossed for your family & saskia x x x x x x x x x x Grey sends her a big get well kiss and Huskyhugs x x x x x x x x MWAH :60: Good link Amy added to Rep x x x x x x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Oh no!! I'm so sorry, paws and fingers are crossed here for her, she's a fighter, husky hugs to you and your family xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidjk Posted August 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 well just got off of the phone to the vets, and becuase my wife got her to the vets swiftly(because saskia was eating the adder) she got the anti toxin fast, and should suffer no long term effects, like kidney problems etc. she also didnt have an adverse reaction to the anti toxin either she is up and about and eating and going tothe toilet the vet said she was very lucky, because face bites usually end up with them stopping breathing, becuase they dont realise the dog has been bitten. so good girl saskia for trying to eat it, that action saved you. we will be getting a call in the morning from the vets, and baring and unforseen circumstances she will be allowed home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 That's good news, so glad Saskia's o.k. Must of been one hell of a fright for all of you. Great big Husky hugs from our lot to you all... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbb23 Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 OH PHEW THANK GOD SHE OK!!!! :bowdown: Im sure she will be fine she sounds like she is showing good signs. But do keep us all posted x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valkyries Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 thats great news im so glad shes ok hugs xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Oh so pleased!!!!!!!! Keep us posted still though - I can see someone being a very spoilt husky for the next few days lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcos Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 sorry to hear the bad news. but greatfull to hear the good news.good girl saskia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siberian_wolf Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 *BIG SIGH OF RELIEF* Thats great news! Glad she is ok Well done to your wife for getting saskia to the vets swiftly and quickly and well done saskia for eating the damn thing! I like snakes but that doesnt mean I think they should live after biting, good on you saskia! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazz Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 So glad Saskia will be OK. Snake bites can be a real problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brincatmark Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Good news! Check if snake repellents like this: http://www.liquidfence.com/snake-repellents.html are effective. The next time you might not be this lucky to catch Saskia eating it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val (Zebedee) Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 wow, David, sounds like Saskia has had a lucky escape! How worrying for you, though, good job the vets was so close - it doesn't bare thinking about what could have happened. So glad you all have a happy ending, husky hugs from us to you, xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidjk Posted August 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 well dogs learn quickly, she will be very wary in future, to be honest she probably scared it, and it reacted normally. i was so upset earlier, it really surprised me, because micha is my first dog and i really think she is the best thing since sliced bread, but i dont feel quite the same about saskia, which makes me feel guilty. but after a reaction like today i realise that i do care heaps and heaps for her. thank you all for your kind words. saskia has to be in for 24 hours on a drip, so she wont be allowed out till 3pm ish on wednesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephona Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 I'm really glad she is ok! She was really lucky. Hope that nothing will happen till tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ade hill Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 i really hope all is ok, we have many adders in wareham forest, and its something im always aware of, those of you on facebook will have seen the pics claire posted. i Always try to move the smake with a long stick, or at least move them from the path, as its not only my pets that can be bitten. our thoughts are with you, keep us informed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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