Snakebites: Why Cats Have More Lives Than Dogs
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Cats are twice as likely to survive a venomous snakebite than dogs, and the reasons behind this phenomenon have been revealed by University of Queensland research.
The research team, led by PhD student Christina Zdenek and Associate Professor Bryan Fry, compared the effects of snake venoms on the blood clotting agents in dogs and cats, hoping to help save the lives of our furry friends.
“Snakebite are a common occurrence for pet cats and dogs across the globe and can be fatal,” Dr Fry said.
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