RE: ******* snake!
Poor baby. Unfortunately that's too familiar.
Cascade Dad my point about theseasonedsnake proofed dog was that once the SUV door opens and she smells the snakes (at the proofing grounds) she wants the heck out. Meaning that she has gotten the point but she goes for a refresher just because of what you see above.
Cara, we have friends in the Austin area who have done the vaccines. We're talking with our vet now about doint them for our guys. I know some retriever folks who have them done too. You should look in to them especially if your doing SAR.
Hope your Flat and BH recover fully soon.