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It's every pet owner's nightmare: suddenly your four-legged friend isn't breathing. What to do? There is no 911 for pets, so it's up to you to save a life. The First Aid Companion for Dogs & Cats is a straightforward guide that covers both major problems--CPR, heat stroke, and strangulation--and minor ones, such as swollen tails, ingrown nails, and flea allergies. Beginning with simple tests and explanations of general care issues like dehydration examinations and triage, this guide then moves on to an alphabetical listing of every possible situation, from arrow wounds to worms.
It's every pet owner's nightmare: suddenly your four-legged friend isn't breathing. What to do? There is no 911 for pets, so it's up to you to save a life. The First Aid Companion for Dogs & Cats is a straightforward guide that covers both major problems--CPR, heat stroke, and strangulation--and minor ones, such as swollen tails, ingrown nails, and flea allergies. Beginning with simple tests and explanations of general care issues like dehydration examinations and triage, this guide then moves on to an alphabetical listing of every possible situation, from arrow wounds to worms.
The individual sections are good for both general reading and instant assistance. Each one starts with a notice of when to call the vet--immediately, the same day, or as needed. It also lists what items from your pet's medicine chest will be needed, which may include anything from corn syrup to towels and panty hose. The information that follows this simple checklist is divided into "do this now," "special situations," "follow-up care," and "the best approach." Whenever necessary, simple sketches are included to help show proper technique, such as fashioning an instant muzzle from a pair of nylons, or how to cover a dog's head in case of an ear-flap injury. Relying frequently on common household items like antihistamines, turkey basters, Gatorade, and plastic wrap, this guide assumes most of us won't have special medical training or supplies and focuses on very specific and simple methods of helping your pet achieve the best possible care. Even more importantly, many suggestions are included on prevention of accidents--isn't it easier to get that window screen repaired than to rush your kitty to the vet after a bad fall?--Jill Lightner
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Is there an animal doctor in the house?
Most likely, the answer is no. And when an accident or other emergency threatens your pet, every minute counts. Don't be unprepared! Open The First-Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats and learn:
* Basic first-aid techniques, such as cleaning a wound, making a splint, and performing CPR-- step-by-step!
* Which over-the-counter human medications can help-- or harm-- your dog or cat
* What to keep in your pet's medicine chest (many essential items are probably in your house already!)
* How to quickly pinpoint what's wrong with your pet, using the First-Aid Symptom Finder
Plus, you'll discover a comprehensive A-to-Z guide to more than 150 common-- and not-so-common-- injuries and conditions, including:
* Abscesses (page 60)
* Bites from Animals (page 90)
* Car Accidents (page 117)
* Choking (page 131)
* Gunshot Wounds (page 224)
* Heatstroke (page 237)
* Hot Spots (page 245)
* Jellyfish Stings (page 269)
* Poisoning (page 311)
* Snakebites (page 350)
Each at-a-glance entry tells you when to call the vet, which supplies or medications you'll need, what immediate action you should take, and what you should do as follow-up care.
By knowing what to do in an emergency and then acting quickly and confidently to take the proper steps, you could save your pet's life. The next time medical help is not quickly available, reach for The First-Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats. It's a pet owner's second best friend.
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paw damage, saline contact lens solution, more information about shock, antiseptic liquid soap, toe cysts, critical care emergency service, national disaster team, collar restraint, tail infections, move your pet, disposable medical gloves, puppy strangles, anal gland impaction, veterinarian board certified, call your vet, birthing problems, slip your index, toad poisoning, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, pad burns, fur level, tail swelling, squirt the medicine, urinary blockage, elastic adhesive bandage Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Betadine Skin Cleanser, Saran Wrap, Betadine Solution, New York, Shane Bateman, Animal Medical Center, Bitter Apple, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Kevin Wallace, Fishhook Injuries, Canyon Creek Pet Hospital, Chester Springs, Ludwig's Corner Veterinary Hospital, Peter Levin, Rhode Island, The First-Aid Symptom Finder, American Academy, Joanne Howl, Ken Lawrence, Maryland Veterinary Medical Association, Texoma Veterinary Hospital, United States, Veterinary Disaster Medicine, West River, All Creatures Animal Clinic New!
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It's impossible to predict what sort of emergency might happen to your pet. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
paw damage, saline contact lens solution, more information about shock, antiseptic liquid soap, toe cysts, critical care emergency service, national disaster team, collar restraint, tail infections, move your pet, disposable medical gloves, puppy strangles, anal gland impaction, veterinarian board certified, call your vet, birthing problems, slip your index, toad poisoning, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, pad burns, fur level, tail swelling, squirt the medicine, urinary blockage, elastic adhesive bandage Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Betadine Skin Cleanser, Saran Wrap, Betadine Solution, New York, Shane Bateman, Animal Medical Center, Bitter Apple, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Kevin Wallace, Fishhook Injuries, Canyon Creek Pet Hospital, Chester Springs, Ludwig's Corner Veterinary Hospital, Peter Levin, Rhode Island, The First-Aid Symptom Finder, American Academy, Joanne Howl, Ken Lawrence, Maryland Veterinary Medical Association, Texoma Veterinary Hospital, United States, Veterinary Disaster Medicine, West River, All Creatures Animal Clinic New!
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- The Pill Book Guide to Medication for Your Dog and Cat by Kate Roby on 7 pages
- Skin and Coat Care for Your Cat by Lowell Ackerman on 6 pages
- The Small Animal Veterinary Nerdbook by Sophia A. Yin on 6 pages
- Understanding and Training Your Cat by Ellen H. Whiteley on 5 pages
- West River by John J. Simpson on page 99, page 171, and page 299
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