[vetvetdoug]

It is a credible hypothesis. The constriction from the collar versus the oedema caused by the snake bite could have impaired circulation and the airway.

I had the honor of cleaning a Snow Leopard's teeth that was kept at the Knoxville Zoo. One can get a real appreciation of the size of the cat and the teeth when one is up close and personal with the working end of the cat.

[Battle Axe]

There was one picture of Flower (dead) and it looked....to this entomologist...that the collar had constricted the airway. If you can find that picture post it for all to see.
Thanks. BA