Dogs First Aid Articles

It is important to be well versed in dog first aid and to have a variety of first aid treatments on hand just in case there may be times when you can’t spare a second to load your pet into the car or have access to a nearby emergency pet center. Learn how to apply dog first aid techniques to save your dog's life, such as the Heimlich maneuver. It is important to note that dog first aid is not a substitute for treatment. You should take your dog to a vet immediately after his condition is stable enough for transport.

• Why You Should Never Give a Dog Your Medicine

  Giving your dog medicine that is meant for humans can have harmful side effects and seriously affect your dog's health. Pet owners should always consult with their veterinarian before administering any kind of medication to their dog and should watch out for any prescription or over the counter medication around the house that the dog may ingest.

• Why Tylenol Is Poisonous to Your Dog

  Dog Tylenol treatment is dangerous as acetaminophen is toxic to dogs. Many owners attempt to treat their dog's pain with over the counter medicine without first consulting a vet.

• What Plants Are Poisonous to Dogs?

  Many indoor and outdoor plants are poisonous to dogs. It's likely that you have a number of these at home.

• Treating Common Dog Injuries

  It's important that every dog owner has some knowledge of dog injuries, which are common. Being active animals, dogs can sometimes injure themselves...

• 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.

• Top 10 Things That Can Poison Your Dog

  Many things can poison your dog. Some of these things may be surprising. It's important to know the regular signs of poisoning, and some of the most common poisons to your dog.

• The Proper Way To Bandage Your Dog

  A dog bandage correctly applied allows proper healing of wounds from injury or incisions from surgery. Bandages stabilize bones and joints, stop bleeding, block germs and reduce pain.

• The Dangers of Dogs Eating Chocolate

  Dogs eating chocolate is not recommended. Some of the properties in chocolate are quite toxic to a dog's system and can even lead to death. If your dog happens to eat a small bit of chocolate, he may not have serious problems.

• 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.

• Poisoning and Toxicosis in Dogs

  When a poisoning is suspected the best possible situation is to know what poison a pet was exposed to, the amount that it ingested (or was exposed to by other means), the time the exposure occurred and when symptoms on poisoning started, if they have started already. There is no substitute for keeping your wits about you when dealing with a suspected poisoning and gathering up the container the poison came in

• My Dog Ate Chocolate: How Much is Toxic?

  Chocolate contains the xanthene compound theobromine, which harms the cardiovascular, nervous and renal systems of a dog.

• Is it Safe for My Dog to Eat Grass?

  Eating grass on occasion is not unhealthy for your dog. Most dogs will eat grass when their stomach is upset, unsettled or overly full.

• 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.

• Importance of First Aid After a Dog Bite

  Even though a dog bite is not usually fatal, it is important to apply first aid to any wound as soon as possible in order to avoid infection.

• How Chocolate Can Poison Your Dogs

  Chocolate is dangerous to dogs, as it can poison them due to its high fat content and the substance theobromine.

• Has Your Dog Been Poisoned? 20 Ways to Tell

  How can you tell if your dog has been poisoned, whether that be due to consuming chocolate, rat poison, alcohol or aspirin?

• First Aid for a Broken Dog Leg

  If you suspect that your dog has a broken leg, you may have to perform first aid before transporting him to the veterinarian or pet hospital for care. When providing first aid, working calmly but swiftly can help relax your injured pet.

• 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 Medicine: Can it be Hazardous to Your Dog’s Health?

  While over-the-counter dog medicines might be the quickest and easiest way to stop a cough or relieve constipation, they can have some fairly unpleasant side effects.

• 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 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.

• Cleaning Supplies That Can Poison Your Dog

  Cleaning supplies can be toxic to your dog. Common products such as bleach, detergent and disinfectants can cause dogs gastrointestinal and respiratory irritation.

• Can My Dog Get Alcohol Poisoning from Beer?

  Alcohol poisoning can cause severe issues in dogs. If your dog gets beer he should be taken to the vet immediately. Even if beer doesn’t have high alcohol content, it can be poisonous to your dog. Alcohol poisoning may lead to coma and even death.

• Can My Dog Get Alcohol Poisoning from Beer?

  Alcohol poisoning can cause severe issues in dogs. If your dog gets beer he should be taken to the vet immediately.

• Can My Dog Get Alcohol Poisoning from Beer?

  Alcohol poisoning in dogs is very serious and can be fatal. It only takes a small amount of beer or other alcoholic beverage to intoxicate a dog due to their much lower body weight.

• Aspirin: The Most Common Poisoner of Dogs

  Aspirin-the quickest fix for discomfort found in your own medicine cabinet-may be highly toxic to a dog. Aspirin toxicity can cause life-threatening, long-term complications and even death, especially in young or small dogs.

• 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.

• Administering First Aid for Dogs in Shock

  Stay calm and alert when administering first aid for dogs. A dog that is injured or in shock may not recognize you or may bite you out of fear or pain.

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