Dogs and puppy react to a fake snake!

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4. Yes. of course, but as in humans if you do not receive it promptly you or dog can still die. As occurred in

Golden, Colorado on a bike trail from what is considered a lower-level venomous species of rattlesnake (Prairie Rattler--we don't have Western Diamondbacks here). That human cyclist received antivenom, steroids, fluids, blood pressure support, and as much intensive care as his relatively short stay could afford at a very good Denver hospital. He died.

There is likewise a rattlesnake vaccine which is subject to a lot of reactions and not sufficiently protective to prevent not having to seek emergency (antivenom) care. It does buy you time, however.

So, if you have dogs at risk or live in high-prevalence areas for venomous snakes, especially rattlesnakes, listen to me. Seek out a highly recommended, highly experienced snake aversion trainer. I know many an owner who wished they'd listened to me over the years. Nothing worse than seeing your previously healthy dog's life drain away in front of you. EMS or "Flight for Life" will come for the human. They will not for the dog, so best to think ahead.