Snakes are one of the biggest risks to our dogs when working in the natural environment. In Australia, there are around 140 species of land snakes, with only 12 of these deemed potentially deadly. At Skylos Ecology we have a healthy respect for these beautiful, native creatures. During the warmer months, canine and handler safety from potential snake bites remains our highest priority above the collection of data or the complete coverage of a survey area. Here are some of the