Snakebite and Treatment in Dogs and Cats With Dr. Cory Woliver Friday, November 6, 2026 — 5:00 p.m. PST • 8:00 p.m. EST

Live online presentation • 60–90 minutes, including Q&A

What happens when a dog or cat is bitten by a venomous snake? How serious can it be, and what can modern veterinary medicine do to help?

Join Dr. Cory Woliver for an informative look at how North American venomous snakes affect our pets, including the important differences between pit viper bites (rattlesnakes, copperheads, and cottonmouths) and coral snake bites. He'll explain what happens during envenomation, how veterinarians assess the severity of a bite, and how antivenom and supportive care can help save lives.

He'll also tackle some of the most common misconceptions about snakebite treatment, including the roles of familiar medications such as Benadryl, steroids, and antibiotics. Whether you're a pet owner, a veterinary professional, or simply curious about the science, you'll learn what works, what doesn't, and why getting the right treatment quickly can make such a difference.

The presentation will include a live question-and-answer session, giving you an opportunity to ask Dr. Woliver your own questions.

About Dr. Woliver

Dr. Cory Woliver is a veterinarian and Clinical Lecturer in Emergency and Critical Care at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, where he treats critically ill and injured animals and helps train the next generation of veterinarians.

He also serves as a staff veterinarian with the Asclepius Snakebite Foundation and National Snakebite Support, helping to advance evidence-based treatment of snakebites in animals.

His clinical and research interests include snake envenomation, particularly coral snake bites, and he has published research on both coral snake and rattlesnake envenomations in dogs. His combination of clinical experience and published research gives him a valuable perspective on how snakebites affect our pets and how they can be successfully treated.

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