Dog First Aid - Part 2

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Dog First Aid – Urinary Blockage

By Jerry Welsh on Friday, March 25th, 2011 | No Comments

Various infectious agents affect both humans and animals thus dogs, like their human friends succumb to diseases too. Dogs are prone to injuries as well. A dog owner’s ability to administer first aid would be a very useful asset that will alleviate the pain associated with the injuries and also save the pet’s life.

Dog First Aid – Vomiting

By Jerry Welsh on Friday, March 25th, 2011 | No Comments

Dogs are seen vomiting once in a while. Dog owners are not really concerned to see the pet vomit as these animals really do throw up once in a while. Dogs are not only voracious eaters but indiscriminate eaters as well. Dogs have this habit of wolfing down food. In the wild, hunted prey will be devoured by the pack in an instant. The habit of eating too fast was attributed to scarcity of food. With the regular meals provided by loving owners, dogs these days no longer need to eat fast but the habit remains. Eating too fast or too much often results to vomiting.

Dog First Aid – Whelping

By Jerry Welsh on Sunday, March 20th, 2011 | No Comments

Because dogs are wonderful pets, one would not be enough for a dog lover as these animals are kind of addicting. It is therefore understandable if dog owners would want to breed the pet. The thought of having four legged fur balls that looks like the beloved pooch would certainly be exciting. Watching a dog deliver the puppies is one of the wonders of nature that should not be missed.

First Aid Treatments for the dog’s laceration

By Jerry Welsh on Saturday, January 15th, 2011 | No Comments

The need to have the contact numbers of the vet in a conspicuous place cannot be stressed enough. Dogs are highly energetic and no matter how a dog owner tries, accidents can never be prevented. A dog that comes home one day with an injury would not really be surprising to an owner. Common injuries of dogs are minor cuts, abrasions, gashes and lacerations. Dogs usually get these injuries from fighting with other dogs or from rummaging in trash cans. Although the fur offers some protection, a sharp metal, a broken glass or the jagged lid of a tin can would still injure the dog. Dogs have high prey drives and one that is chasing a prey may not realize that a door or a window is glassed off.

Bandaging – a necessary first aid skill

By Jerry Welsh on Friday, January 14th, 2011 | No Comments

All homes with pets must have an animal first aid kit. With a first aid kit, a dog owner can deal with the possible injuries the dog can sustain. Bandages are one of the essential contents of a pet’s first aid kit. Applying bandage is a basic skill that must be learned by a dog owner as these very active animals are prone to accidents that can result to fractures and to wounds.

First aid kit for the dog

By Jerry Welsh on Tuesday, January 11th, 2011 | 1 Comment

In a home where there are children or aging family members, a well stocked medicine chest is a must. Due to the boisterous nature, kids are always injured and it is common for senior members of the family to have health concerns. A medicine chest at home will ensure that any member of the family will receive immediate first aid care when needed. The same thing applies to pets. Due to the inquisitive and energetic nature it is not surprising for these pets to sustain injuries from accidents. Giving first aid to the pet would not be a problem as long as right equipments and medications are at hand. First aid kit ensures that the owner can administer measures that will stabilize the pet’s condition before it is transported to a veterinary facility.

First aid for the limping dog

By Jerry Welsh on Sunday, January 9th, 2011 | No Comments

There are many reasons why a dog would limp. Limping can be a trick learned by the dog to entertain the family. But we are aware that dogs are very active animals and they also have high prey drives thus injuries that would cause the dog to limp can happen. A sprain, a stone that was lodged between the dog’s toes, a thorn that was embedded on the dog’s paws would make walking difficult for the pet. The limping of the dog can be due to a broken nail. These minor problems would often resolve by itself even without treatment.

Do NOT Fetch Fido

By Kathy Davison on Sunday, May 31st, 2009 | No Comments

At last and eventually I have the honor of reading about a Vet who has brought to our attention in a local newspaper the perils of throwing a stick for your dog. Did you know that dogs suffer more injuries from chasing and catching sticks as they do from car accidents on our roads

Archive for the ‘dog first aid’ Category

Dog First Aid – Urinary Blockage

Dog First Aid – Vomiting

Dog First Aid – Whelping

First Aid Treatments for the dog’s laceration

Bandaging – a necessary first aid skill

First aid kit for the dog

First aid for the limping dog

Do NOT Fetch Fido

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