Ted The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your Pets

Author: Dr. Ted Burhardt D.V.M.

Welcome to "Ted the Vet" a veterinarian podcast designed to educate and empower pet owners with insightful tips, expert advice, and real life cases to help you provide the best care for your furry companion.Join Dr. Ted Burghardt, an experienced veterinarian and owner of Companion Pet Care Veterinary-located in San Diego, as we explore a wide range of topics from preventive care, common health issues, frequently asked questions, to discussing real life cases that he encounters at his practice.Subscribe now and become part of our community dedicated to the well-being of all pets!You can connect with Dr. Ted Burghardt on his instagram at @companionpetcare and learn more at his clinic in Encinitas, California at https://www.companionpcvet.com/
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Episode 5: Prevention and Treatment of Rattlesnake Bites
Episode 5
Monday, 21 October, 2024

In this episode, Dr. Ted Burghardt discusses rattlesnakes, their habitat, and the risks they pose to pets. He explains the nature of rattlesnake bites, their effects on animals, and the importance of prompt treatment. The episode also covers preventive measures pet owners can take, including rattlesnake aversion training and vaccination options.TakeawaysRattlesnakes are active from April to September in San Diego.They are venomous, injecting venom through hollow fangs.Most bites occur when pets provoke the snake.Swelling and pain are key indicators of a rattlesnake bite.Antivenin is critical for treating rattlesnake bites.Rattlesnake aversion training can help protect pets.Vaccination can delay symptoms but is not a cure.Treatment is necessary even if a pet is vaccinated.Rattlesnake bites can lead to long-term health issues.Understanding rattlesnake behavior is crucial for prevention.Keywordsrattlesnakes, pet safety, venomous bites, treatment, prevention, rattlesnake vaccine, pet careSubscribe now and become part of our community dedicated to the well-being of all pets! If you found this episode useful, please share with your friends and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast!You can connect with Dr. Ted Burghardt on his instagram at @companionpetcare and learn more at his clinic in Encinitas, California at https://www.companionpcvet.com/