Do you have ophidiophobia? If you do and you want to prevent any slightly dangerous meetings with a snake, then you might be looking into all the possible ways to do so. One of them would be getting a dog breed that kills snakes.
This is a good idea, to say the least, especially for those living in areas infested with snakes or in countries with a large number of venomous snakes. For example, suppose you live in Australia and have a job that involves traveling and being outside quite often. In that case, you should rely on one of the 12 dog breeds mentioned below.
As such, without any further ado, let’s look at some dog breeds that can kill snakes — and how they do so too!
Have Dogs Been Trained to Kill Snakes?
No, dogs usually aren’t trained and haven’t been bred throughout history to hunt and kill snakes. It’s very important to point this out: if you get one of the dog breeds below, you won’t get a trained snake hunter and killer.
Instead, you’ll get a friend who will most likely take the bullet if you ever come across a snake that turns aggressive.
It’s also worth mentioning that roughly 95% of dogs survive snake bites if taken to the vet promptly. So if your furry friend saves you from a nasty encounter with a snake, check with your vet as soon as possible.
1. Airedale Terrier
The Airedale Terrier is a terrier breed that originates from the dale (valley) of River Aire, hence its name. It is the result of the breeding between the Old English Black and Tan terrier, the Otterhound, and other Terrier breeds. The Airedale contributed to creating other breeds, the most notable being the Yorkshire Terrier.
Pertinent to the topic at hand is the Airedale’s temperament. It has been bred to be able to hunt independently. As a result, the breed is highly intelligent and strong-minded. Loyalty towards the owner is another essential characteristic the breed has.
There are multiple stories online that tell of Airedales standing up to snakes.
2. Australian Terrier
Australian Terriers are regarded as the smaller type of terrier. They were developed in Australia, but the ancestors of the Australian Terrier can be traced back to Great Britain. Overall, the breed appears small and harmless. Their temperament, however, is what makes Australian Terriers great guards against slithering reptiles.
The Australian Terrier is alert, spirited, and aggressive in hunting. It is regarded as highly intelligent and would never back down if its owner is under attack. On the other hand, the breed is incredibly friendly with people, making for a great addition to families with kids.
Australian Terriers are known as trusted watchdogs with developed skills in terms of eliminating snakes and rodents.
3. Cairn Terrier
Originating in the Scottish Highlands, the Cairn Terrier is known as one of the region’s earliest breeds bred for working. Its name comes from the cairns it had to chase quarry around. Like most terrier breeds, the Cairn Terrier has a small stature and is known for its weather-resistant coat.
As with the other breeds mentioned in the article, the online medium points out sufficient proof as to why the Cairn Terrier is effective against snakes. After all, it is a well-known fact that terrier breeds have been heavily trained throughout history to hunt small-sized animals. For them, a longer snake is not an issue.
4. Dachshund
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