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Critical Health Alerts
Alerts for the Wagga community and wider Riverina
At Lake Road Veterinary Hospital, your pet's health and safety are our top priority. This page provides up-to-date alerts on critical health risks and local dangers affecting animals in the Wagga Wagga area. Stay informed to help protect your pets from potential threats.
Snake Map
Current snake sightings and bites in our region.
What to Do If You Suspect a Snake
1. Stay calm – Keep your pet as still as possible to slow the spread of venom.
2. Get your pet in the car immediately. Do not delay seeking care. Call our hospital on your way:
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Phone (02) 6921 6488.
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Inform us you’re on the way with a suspected snake bite case so we can prepare for your arrival.
Act fast – Time is critical for snake bites. The sooner treatment starts, the better the chance of survival.
Never try to catch or kill the snake. Your pet's health is the priority!
Clinical Signs of a Snake Bite
Snake bites can be deadly, and symptoms may develop quickly.
Watch for the following signs in your pet:
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Sudden weakness or collapse (sometimes followed by a temporary recovery)
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Trembling or shaking
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Lethargy or difficulty walking
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Vomiting or drooling
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Dilated pupils or difficulty seeing
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Unresponsiveness or paralysis in severe cases