Robbie Williams' dog been bitten by a rattlesnake

The 'Angels' singer ' who is currently on the UK leg of Take That's European tour ' and his wife Ayda Field have eight pooches and their beloved Jack Russell Baby recently had a nasty encounter with the slippery reptile.

Luckily though Samantha wasn't hurt and has made a full recovery.

Writing on his website in response to a fan's question about whether he preferred German Shepherds or Jack Russells, Robbie said: "I've got both so can't pick ..seems wrong...our Jack Russell got bit by a rattlesnake last week....all good though she's fine...tuff ting she is. (sic)"

During Take That's 'Progress Live' tour, Robbie ' who quit the group in 1995 ' performs some of his greatest solo hits and says he wants to do another solo tour, especially for the people who have been criticising his recent performances.

Writing to a fan who asked what he wants to say to his critics, Robbie said: "Haha! I wouldn't be aware that people were putting me down if you hadn't told me ; ) I must say I am aware that there is a perception in certain quarters and I'm enjoying throwing that perception down people's throats when I jump through the wall in L.M.E.Y (Let Me Entertain You)...I've never felt more on my game ..and it's thanks in part to the nay sayers....they have put a fire in my belly and in turn a smile on my face.I'm blessed to have them... and when the tickets go on sale for my next tour I think we'll see what 'dwindling' looks like ;) (sic)

"Yes there will be a solo tour and I'm not sure where I'll be going yet."

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