Kacey Musgraves' dog bitten by snake

Kacey Musgraves shared on Instagram that her dog Pepper was bitten by a timber rattlesnake while protecting her from stepping on it. The country singer described how Pepper intervened, potentially saving her and two others from a venomous encounter. After the bite, Musgraves rushed Pepper to the vet for antivenom treatment, noting that the experience left her dog lethargic, which is unusual for her breed, the Australian Cattle Dog. Musgraves initially misidentified the snake as a copperhead but later clarified it was a timber rattlesnake, known for its highly toxic venom. Despite the scare, she reported that Pepper is recovering at home and receiving plenty of love. This incident highlights the bravery of Pepper, who was adopted by Musgraves in 2020, as the singer takes a brief break from her ongoing world tour.