Dogs Emergency Care Articles

Dog emergency care centers are located across the country and most centers work around the clock to provide the best emergency care for dogs. However, in some areas, dog emergency care might not be available or the situation may be so urgent that you might not have enough time to make it to your local center. With the right information on hand, you can react appropriately and quickly in most emergency situations. It is important to note that dog emergency care measures are just that – emergency care. You should take your dog to a vet immediately after his condition is stable enough for transport. Learn more about what constitutes a dog emergency care situation, how to be prepared in case a situation such as this arises, and how to apply first aid.

• Your First Emergency Veterinary Visit—What to Expect

  With an injured or ill beloved pet in tow, your first visit to an emergency veterinary hospital can be a stressful experience. Therefore, you should take the time now to understand what to expect during your first visit to an emergency pet clinic.

• Which Plants are Poisonous to Dogs?

  When planning your garden or making interior house plant choices, know which plants are poisonous to dogs. The leaves, stems, berries or roots of many common plants are toxic to dogs and can cause nausea, diarrhea, breathing problems and even death.

• When a Dog Poison Control Center Should Be Contacted

  Dog poison control centers can help if you think your dog has ingested something poisonous. But not all contact with poisonous substances requires an emergency vet visit.

• Using a Dog Choke Chain Collar Safely

• Treating a Dog Paw Injury

  It's common for a dog to get a paw injury because the paw pads are fragile and dogs like to explore places. The main causes of paw pad injuries are sharp objects or extreme temperatures.

• Treating a Dog for Bee Stings

  Dog bee stings may not be evident at first glance, because they may not bother your dog. However, if your dog is stung there are several steps you can follow in order to treat him.

• Trauma in Dogs

  The best thing to do for wounds that might be animal bites is to flush them copiously with clean water. Pneumothorax refers to air accumulation in the chest cavity. As odd as this sounds, the chest cavity must have a vacuum (no air) to work properly.

• The 4 Main Causes of Dog Trauma

  The 4 main causes of dog trauma all require quick action to prevent further injury. Should you experience a dog emergency, especially a trauma involving a dog head, be prepared to take the animal to a veterinarian clinic or hospital immediately.

• Snakebite in Dogs

  From a first aid standpoint the best advice seems to be to transport the dog or cat to the veterinarian's or emergency veterinary clinic as quickly as possible. It is supposed to be best to keep exercise to a minimum on the way to the clinic, so a slow walk out of the woods is probably better than a forced march.

• Seizures in Dogs

  Lack of oxygen to the areas of the brain controlling balance. This could happen because of traumatic injury to the region, blood vessel damage or blood clotting. It can also happen from things like carbon monoxide poisoning but that is probably not too likely with the chronicity of the symptoms.

• Procedures for Handling a Dog Emergency When Stuck at Home

  Having a dog emergency while stuck at home can be scary, especially if you don't know what to do. Following these procedures should help in the event of an emergency while stuck at home.

• Pneumothorax

  Pneumothorax refers to air accumulation in the chest cavity. As odd as this sounds, the chest cavity must have a vacuum (no air) to work properly.

• Photo Gallery - Trauma - Leg hold trap damage

  Photograph of front legs of Beagle. Both legs were caught in a leg hold trap

• Paralysis in dogs

  Many spinal conditions, including some forms of trauma, some tumors and many cases of intervertebral disc disease won't show up on ordinary X-rays. For this reason, an MRI or CT scan can be very helpful. When the nerve is completely damaged the foot tends to turn inward and become contracted in that position.

• My Dog Ingested Rat Poison - What Do I Do?

  Rat poison is very dangerous to your dog. The most common form of rat poison is an anticoagulant poison that depletes Vitamin K and causes internal bleeding.

• Looking for Dog Fractures After an Accident

  After an accident, there are three key things to do when looking for a dog fracture.

• Intussusception

  Intussusception occurs when a section of intestine over-rides another section, trapping it inside in a telescoping effect.

• Injured Dog Restraint and Handling

  An animal that is injured or is in pain may have actions that are unpredictable and sometimes dangerous towards those who are trying to provide care. Proper dog restraint is essential for one's own safety and the safety of the dog. When a dog is restrained well, the canine will be more likely to calm down and accept treatment.

• If Your Dog is Having a Seizure: What to Do Next

  A seizure is an involuntary contraction of muscles usually the result of epilepsy, abnormal brain activity or medications. Treat a dog having seizure symptoms fast and calmly.

• Home Care for Small Dog Burns

  Dog burns can be caused by heat, chemicals, sun and electrical shocks. A small burn can be treated at home.

• Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis or HGE

  Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) usually causes a very sudden onset of vomiting, bloody diarrhea, dehydration and depression. Dogs affected by this condition get very sick, very fast. This can be life threatening so it is important to treat each instance aggressively. Some dogs have one bout of this in their entire life and others have repeated incidences that seem to correspond with stressful situations.

• Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis (HGE)

  Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) usually causes a very sudden onset of vomiting, bloody diarrhea, dehydration and depression. Dogs affected by this condition get very sick, very fast.
  

• Heat Stroke in Dogs

  Heat stroke in dogs is not all that uncommon. Dogs do not have an efficient method of handling heat stress because they don't sweat and they don't seem to figure out that they shouldn't get excited or work hard in the heat, either. Heat stroke is most common in the large breeds and in dogs with short noses, so mastiffs are in the group of dogs that are most susceptible to this problem.

• First Aid Procedures for Dog Bleeding

  If a wound in a dog's chest or abdomen produces a sucking noise, immediately cover it with sterile gauze so that air cannot go in or out of the wound.

• Finding an Emergency Veterinary Hospital When On the Road

  Finding an emergency veterinary hospital while on the road can be a harrowing experience. In an unfamiliar city, state, or even country with an injured or sick beloved pet in tow, you're bound to be stressed, upset, and confused.

• Emergency Veterinary Medicine: A Brief Overview

  Emergency veterinary medicine provides treatment for your pet in the event of an emergency. Whether because it's the weekend or at night and your primary veterinarian is closed or because your primary veterinarian in unequipped to deal with a life-threatening situation, you should select emergency veterinary services when your pet needs immediate medical treatment.

• Emergency Pet Hospital Insurance: What’s Covered and What’s Not

  The cost of visiting the emergency pet hospital puts a financial strain on pet owners. An average emergency hospital visit costs approximately $100 just to see a veterinarian.

• Emergency Pet Care Checklist

  Keep your pet safe if a medical, household or natural disaster strikes. An emergency pet care checklist includes everything from important phone numbers to supply lists and steps to follow during a crisis.

• Elements of a Complete Dog First Aid Kit

  A dog first aid kit is important for emergency care for any dog owner. There are a few elements that are necessary in every pet first aid kit: equipment and supplies...

• Dog Sore Care and Treatment Tips

  A dog sore has many causes and treating one depends on the type, location and cause. If left untreated, a dog sore can become very painful and infected.

• Dog Snake Bite Emergency Care Procedures

  Dog snake bite emergencies are more common in southern and western states, but the danger is present anywhere there are snakes.

• Dog Shock: Recognition and Emergency Treatment

  Dog shock is a term that is often used incorrectly. It means more than just that uncomfortable feeling you get after an accident. Dog shock is a medical condition that can be dangerous if left untreated.

• Dog Poisoning: Be Aware of Everyday Dangers

  Antifreeze and rat poison are the main causes for dog poisoning, but your home harbors other common items that prove toxic to dogs.

• Dog First Aid Tips During an Emergency

  Dog emergency centers are everywhere and fortunately, the vast majority of emergency care clinics work around the clock to provide exceptional emergency care for dogs but you should always have a dog first aid kit available.

• Dog First Aid Kits: 5 Must-Have Items

  When you're putting together a dog first aid kit, the five must-have items should always be included: veterinarian info, bandaging materials, disinfectant, medications, other helpful hard goods.

• Dog CPR Basics: An Owner’s Guide

  Dog CPR or Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation is a process of providing oxygen and blood circulation for your dog that is not breathing and has no pulse. This can happen if your dog has gotten something lodged in his throat. It can also happen if your dog has been knocked out by a blow to the head.

• Dog Bleeding: Causes and Emergency Care

  Excessive dog bleeding may be from a congenital disorder like hemophilia, intestinal parasites or damage to the blood vessels. Other times, you may need to help control your dog's bleeding due to an injury or accident until you can get him appropriate veterinary care.

• Dog Bite Injury First Aid Procedures

  A dog bite injury is not usually fatal, but it may need medical attention. Dog bites can lead to bleeding, infection, swelling and even rabies.

• Dog Accident Checklist: Preparation and Response Best Practices

  Dog accidents are a more common occurrence as pets are a more integral part of today's family. Knowing how to prepare and respond to an accident can prevent...

• Diagnosing a Dog Eye Discharge

  Dog eye discharge can be alarming to any dog owner. It can be caused by something as simple as environmental allergies or as serious as corneal ulceration.

• Basic Dog Injury Home Care

  A dog injury can be treated at home if it is not too severe. In more severe cases, it is useful to apply some treatment prior to getting to the vet.

• Assistance for Emergency Veterinary Care Costs

  Emergency veterinary care can be a very effective, though very costly, way of curing your pets of sudden, severe injuries. Pet owners tend to seek out emergency veterinary services when regular veterinary clinics are closed or lack the resources to treat their animals.

• Antifreeze Poisoning in Dogs and Cats

  Antifreeze poisoning is the most common poisoning of dogs and cats in the United States. Over 10,000 dogs and cats are poisoned with automotive antifreeze each year.

• 9 Symptoms That Require an Emergency Vet

  A trip to the emergency vet can be costly and stressful, but there are times when your pet is counting on you. Debating whether or not to take your pet to receive emergency veterinary care (or waiting until your usual vet's office is open), can be a difficult decision that means the difference between spending thousands of dollars versus hundreds of dollars.

• 2 Dog Poison Treatment Options

  Dogs are born curious and use their mouths and noses to explore and investigate almost everything that they come in contact with; therefore, since your canine is probably a curious dog, poison can be a potential killer.

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