The RSPCA has issued a warning to dog walkers and parents after a snake was discovered on a popular dog walking route. War Paws charity worker David Matthews spotted the long adder while walking his dog at Llantrisant Common, in Rhondda Cynon Taf, on Tuesday.
“As my hound was bounding around I noticed the snake basking,” David said. “They don’t move as their camouflage conceals them, so if my dog or I stepped on it they could strike.
“My thought was to warn other dog owners as these snakes can be deadly to animals and children, and I find that where you find one there can be more. I know they will be everywhere this time of year so I thought it would be good to warn people also not to kill them, as they are very good for the environment.”
