Coastal taipan ( Oxyuranus scutellatus ) envenomation of a dog

Case report An 8‐year‐old mixed‐breed dog was envenomed by a juvenile coastal taipan ( Oxyuranus scutellatus ). The dog presented initially with coagulopathy and weakness, then developed neuromuscular paralysis and respiratory failure. Progressive myopathy peaked 3 days following admission. Taipan antivenom administration, mechanical ventilation therapy and supportive patient care resulted in complete recovery. Symptoms of neuropathy began to resolve 3 days following envenomation, with the dog discharged 6 days following envenomation. Conclusion To the author's knowledge, this is the first reported case of coastal taipan envenomation of a dog.