Cockapoo makes recovery after severe snake bite in Rhyl

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 10 Oct, 06:43 · Archive

A two-year-old cockapoo made a remarkable recovery after suffering a severe snake bite in Rhyl.

A two-year-old cockapoo called Cooper has made a remarkable recovery after suffering a severe snake bite while on a walk with his owners at Rhuddlan Nature Reserve paths and Brickfield Pond in Rhyl. The owners did not witness the bite, and Cooper gave no indication he had been hurt during the walk. Later, Cooper became noticeably restless at home and his head began to swell up dramatically overnight.

Cooper's owners rushed him to the vets, where he was initially given antibiotic and painkiller injections. The following morning, an abscess caused by the suspected adder bite ruptured. This required urgent admission to the veterinary hospital for intravenous fluids and emergency surgery to lance and drain the severe infection.

The owners, who wished not to be named, described the experience as 'deeply shocking' and are warning other dog owners to remain vigilant and keep their pets safe while walking in areas where snakes may be present.

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• Cockapoo makes ‘fantastic’ recovery after suffering severe snake bite in RhylA cockapoo has made a "fantastic" recovery after suffering a severe snake bite in Rhyl, as its owners warn other dog walkers to stay vigilant and keep their pups safe.North Wales Chronicle · 10 Oct, 05:59
• Cockapoo makes ‘fantastic’ recovery after suffering severe snake bite in RhylA cockapoo has made a "fantastic" recovery after suffering a severe snake bite in Rhyl, as its owners warn other dog walkers to stay vigilant and keep their pups safe.North Wales Pioneer · 10 Oct, 05:59

In this story: Cooper · Rhuddlan Nature Reserve · Brickfield Pond · Rhyl

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