Emergencies (Click on title to read complete article)
|
|
|
Bloat
The dog may have an obviously distended stomach especially near the ribs but
this is not always evident depending on the dog's body configuration. The
biggest clue is the vomiting: the pet appears highly nauseated and is retching
but little is coming up. If this is seen, rush your dog to the veterinarian
IMMEDIATELY.
|
|
|
|
|
In praise of Metamucil®
A slurry of Metamucil® with canned dog food and lots of liquids can save your
dog
from having to undergo stomach surgery.
|
|
|
|
|
Swallowing Sharp Objects
Dip cotton balls into the cream and feed them to your dog. Dogs under 10 lbs
should eat 2 balls which you have first torn into smaller pieces.
Dogs 10-50 lbs should eat 3-5 balls and larger dogs should eat 5-7. You may feed
larger dogs an entire cotton ball at once. Dogs seem to really like these
strange
"treats" and eat them readily. As the cotton works its way through the
digestive tract
it will find all the glass pieces and wrap itself around them. Even the
teeniest shards
of glass will be caught and wrapped in the cotton fibers and the cotton will
protect
the intestines from damage by the glass.
|
|
|
|
|
Anti-Freeze Poisoning
Any time of the year -- but especially when temperatures dip below freezing --
if an animal is acting drunk, disoriented, or you
find it comatose, think three things: cold weather; sick animal; potential
antifreeze poisoning. Get the animal to the vet immediately.
|
|
|
|
|
Garbage can be Fatal
Ingesting compost, garbage, or moldy foods (especially moldy
dairy products) within two hours before the onset of signs. Toxins ingested in
low quantities can cause fine muscle tremors that
may last for several hours or days. With larger exposures, the tremors can
become severe, progress to seizures, and may result
in death. Tremors in cases of non-lethal intoxication may last several days.
|
|
|
|
|
Raisins
There have been several reports of dogs dying from kidney failure after eating
a large amount of raisins or grapes. Veterinary toxicologists at the APCC are
currently investigating these cases
in an attempt to determine the causative agents or disease
processes. At this time the exact role of grapes or raisins in these
cases is unclear. Pet owners whose dogs have ingested large
quantities of grapes or raisins, or veterinarians managing such
cases, are encouraged to call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Center (888-426-4435) immediately."
|
|
|
|
|
Checklist for Finding Your Lost Dog
Print out this list of steps you need to take immediately when you have lost
your dog.
|
|
|
|
|
Disasters, Emergencies, First Aid and Poisons/Toxins
Many emergency situations require fast and precise action and treatment to
assure the best outcome for your pet. Discuss these situations with your vet
and find out what they suggest for your specific dog and about their clinic's
emergency procedures. If your dog is ill or injured, it is recommended that you
contact your veterinarian as soon as possible, following his or her specific
contact procedures.
|
|
|
|
|
Is It An Emergency? from Dog Owner's Guide
The Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Cincinnati compiled this list of pet health
emergencies. If the animal has any of the following symptoms, call your local
emergency care facility and tell the receptionist that you are bringing in a
dog or cat that has ...
|
|
|
|
|
Poisonous Plants
Plant images, pictures of affected animals and presentations concerning the
botany, chemistry, toxicology, diagnosis and prevention of poisoning of animals
by plants and other natural flora (fungi, etc.).
|
|
|
|
|
Skunk Remedy
1 quart (or liter) of 3% Hydrogen Peroxide, H2O2.
Use fresh (unopened) hydrogen peroxide . . . H2O2 eventually turns into water
H2O.
1/4 cup of Baking Soda
1 teaspoon of Liquid Soap
1 pair of plastic or latex gloves
Combine ingredients. Wash dog w/lukewarm water while mixture is bubbling. Work
well into fur. Concentrate on area sprayed. Keep away from dog's eyes
(harsh!) Let stand 10 min. Rinse w/lukewarm water (cover eyes). If sprayed in
eyes, get to vet!
|
