Residents of Thousand Oaks City are on high alert for a rare albino snake as the hunt for the venomous creature continues.

On Monday night, a dog owner identified the albino snake after his dog was attacked and sent to the hospital in critical condition. Since reporting the venomous snake, local animal control has been unable to capture and contain the animal.

"This is a venomous and very dangerous animal that the public should not approach for any reason," a Los Angeles County official said to ABC News.

According to LA Times, the venomous albino snake is not native to California, and it is illegal to own a monocle cobra without a permit. Even then, it can only be used for scientific and education purposes. Reportedly, a bite from the albino snake can lead to death in as little as an hour, depending on the person's immune system.

"I am very disturbed," said Jay Brewer, owner of the Reptile Zoon in Fountain Valley. "I don't think there is anything positive about finding a monocle cobra."

The venomous albino snake was last seen around the 1300 block of Rancho Lane, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife is currently canvassing the area.

Unfortunately, no further sightings of the albino snake have been reported since the dog was bitten on Monday evening.

Local residents are advised to keep their pets indoors to prevent further attacks.

"We advise them to stay as far away as possible," said Brandon Dowling, spokesman for the country animal control.