If your dog (or friends dog) is messing with a snake, you should seize the dog's collar and pull it away as quickly as possible, minding the snake's position of course. This can save your dog from receiving a very dangerous bite if the snake is venomous. A bite to a dog's face can cause long-term damage even if treated by a vet.

Once the dog is restrained, snap a few shots of the snake and then move away. The snake, after being frightened by the dog, will find cover the instant you back off and will likely not be seen again anytime in the near future (or at all).

I don't fault you for letting the dog attack the snake. You didn't know what to do because you didn't know about the snake. But in the future, could you please try not to allow your dog (or your friend's dog) to further damage the local ecosystem? Too many snakes are killed out of ignorance, fear and hatred. But if a few people at a time are educated to the matter, it will make a world of difference.

Hope this helps yous out. And remember, if you give the snake a chance to get away, it will take the opportunity to make itself scarce.
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