CANINE FIRST AID

Artificial Respiration - for dog's who cannot breathe.

•  Open the mouth and pull the tongue aside to check for an obstruction.
•  Close the mouth securely and bring the neck to an outstretched position.
•  Bring the dog's lips down over the mouth and hold them securely under the
     chin to prevent air leakage.
•  Create an air funnel to the nose with your free hand or place you mouth
     directly over their nose.
•  Exhale deeply into the nose every three seconds.

Heimlich Maneuver - for dog's choking.

•  Before applying this procedure pull the tongue forward and check the
     mouth for obstructions. Align the head and neck.
•  Place your hands together just below your dog's rib cage
•  Pull forward into your dog's abdomen
•  Repeat five times vigorously
•  Recheck the mouth, applying artificial respiration if breathing has
     stopped.

Doggie CPR - for dog's whose heart's stopped beating.

•  Lay a large dog on it's side to perform CPR. Smaller dogs should be
     compressed on either side of the chest.
•  Place hands one on top of the other on the chest (two to four fingers
     below the elbow, depending on the size of the dog).
•  Press down and forward towards the head.
•  Repeat fifteen times in ten seconds.
•  Breathe into your dog's nose if their breathing has not resumed.

Regardless of the outcome, take your dog to your veterinarian immediately. All of the above emergencies cause internal stress, which need professional attention.

Poisons

Keep all toxic substances away from dogs. Dog's can mistakenly pierce a tightly closed container or knock low placed plants to the ground. Prevent emergencies by projecting ahead.

Important Phone Numbers

The 24 Poison Control Center: ********

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