Vol. 9, Issue 6, Part C (2024)

Author(s): DB Sadhu, NM Rao, AI Shah, JJ Parmar, BR Patel, KK Hadiya, Om Patel and Devagini Pandya

Abstract: Seven dogs (five females, and two males) were presented to the Veterinary Clinical Complex (VCC), Veterinary College, Kamdhenu University, Anand, with snakebite injuries. The dogs exhibited signs of recent confrontation with snakes, including localized swelling at the bite site and, in some cases, persistent bleeding. Clinical examinations identified swelling on the lips, forehead, and legs, along with symptoms such as dullness, depression, frothy salivation, abnormal gait, and recumbency. Based on these findings and the history provided, the dogs were diagnosed with snake envenomation. Haematological tests showed reduced haemoglobin and packed cell volume, accompanied by an elevated total leukocyte count. Biochemical analyses revealed increased alanine aminotransferase and creatinine levels. Of the seven dogs, one succumbed to envenomation, while six were successfully treated over five days with polyvalent anti-snake venom, 5% dextrose normal saline (DNS), tetanus toxoid, dexamethasone, frusemide, and broad-spectrum antibiotics.

DOI: 10.22271/veterinary.2024.v9.i6c.1845