DENVER (KDVR) — Snake bites are never fun ... That was nowhere near the end of his medical journey. Fenrir is seen here with a swollen snout, a reaction to the rattlesnake bite.

Even the medical staff wasn't sure that he would ... Unfortunately, the family is facing a mounting battle following the snake bite. They're up to their necks in hospital bills.

People can take the following steps to do this: Once at the hospital, medical staff will administer antivenom medication. If the snake is already dead, take a picture of the snake from a safe ...

Workers at Australian hospitals said they don't need to see the snake that bit someone to determine treatment Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013.

All snake bites require medical attention, even if the snake is nonvenomous. Proper wound care can help prevent infection and limit how severe the injury becomes. Snake bites are not common in the ...