{"id":49,"date":"2019-08-01T08:50:21","date_gmt":"2019-08-01T15:50:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shilohsvet.com\/blog\/?p=49"},"modified":"2024-06-17T11:23:22","modified_gmt":"2024-06-17T18:23:22","slug":"always-be-prepared-a-primer-on-pet-first-aid-and-cpr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shilohsvet.com\/blog\/always-be-prepared-a-primer-on-pet-first-aid-and-cpr\/","title":{"rendered":"Always Be Prepared: A Primer on Pet First Aid and CPR"},"content":{"rendered":"
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To be a truly awesome pet owner, all you need is love, right? Without a doubt, warmth and tenderness are essential parts of the puzzle. But to be a responsible pet owner, an understanding of what to do in a pet emergency is crucial. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acquiring items for a pet first aid kit is a great place to start, and knowing how to perform pet CPR takes it to the next-level in emergency preparation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Our Duty<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sharing a home with a pet is a privilege not to be taken lightly. Of course, they bring a lot of fun and happiness to the table. However, acknowledging and providing for all their needs involves preparing for sudden illness or injury. Being able to respond appropriately can also come in handy during a natural disaster or other emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s In Your Cabinet?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Print out or organize your pet\u2019s medical history and records in waterproof bag. Include a recent photo, microchip information and proof of all vaccinations. Place these documents inside the travel crate \/ cage, as well as the dedicated container for pet first-aid supplies. If you ever have to evacuate or travel quickly with your pet to an emergency hospital, all their information is in one place.
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Keep our contact number<\/a> at hand, as well as the one for ASPCA Poison Control<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Right Stuff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pets that are seriously ill or injured may growl, hiss, bite or swipe at your hands. As a result, it may be necessary to muzzle them to protect yourself. However, if your pet is having breathing difficulties or is vomiting, coughing, choking or panting heavily, do not muzzle them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Assessing the Damage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As with any crisis, it\u2019s important to stay calm. Stabilize your pet and assess the situation. Call us for help<\/a>. 
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Having the following items in your pet first-aid kit can make all the difference:
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