Introduction

Adder bites are most frequent between february and october. The habitat of the adder (Vipera Berus) extends throughout England, Wales, Scotland and some islnad of the coast of Scotland [1].

Signalment

Adder bites have been reported in dogs, cats and horses [2].

Diagnosis

Clinical Signs

Laboratory Tests

Pathology

Treatment

Prognosis

References

  1. Treatment of bites by adders and exotic venomous snake,Warrell DA,BMJ 2005;331:1244 doi:10.1136/bmj.331.7527.1244(Published 12 november 2005)
  2. http://www.fabcats.org/owners/poisons/Cats%20and%20poisons.html, accesses on 10.11.2010