We never know what tomorrow
brings. We can never be sure that tomorrow will be a pleasant morning.
Misfortune may come at anytime. Accidents are never welcome but it does befall.
When a medical emergency happens to our furry friends, pet parents are left
with no enough time to make rational decisions and seek for the Pets emergency care. Therefore, it is crucial that you already have an emergency plan in place
before the need arises.
Find 24-hour emergency care
for your pet -
The best thing you can do to be
emergency ready is to look for a pet clinic that provides round the clock
service. Ask your veterinarian about an emergency protocol. Does he provide
24-hour service or work with an emergency clinic in the area? Whatever the
answer, be clear on it so that at the time of emergency you may not get panic
and know where you have to go. It is also a smart idea to keep the name, number
and address of your local pet clinic tacked to the refrigerator or stored in
your cell phone for easy access.
Signs your pet may need
emergency care -
If there is any evident misery
with your pet, you can instantly identify he/she requires the medical care but
sometimes, the need is not obvious but your pet is in dire need of getting the emergency care. They might be in severe trauma caused by an accident or fall—heatstroke, choking,
an insect sting, household poisoning or other life-threatening situation.
Here are some signs that
emergency care is needed:
· * Weak or rapid pulse
·
*Change in body temperature
· Pale gums
·
Rapid breathing
·
Difficulty standing
·
Apparent paralysis
·
Excessive bleeding
·
Loss of consciousness
·
Seizures
First aid treatments for your
loving pets –
Most emergencies require
immediate veterinary care, but if the situation is not so serious, you can also
try giving them the first aid methods or if the situation is too severe, in
that case also first aid treatments will help you stabilize the condition of
your pet.
·
If your pet is choking, place your fingers in
his mouth to make sure if you can remove the blockage.
·
If your pet is suffering from external bleeding,
try elevating and applying pressure to the wound.
·
Performing CPR on your pet may be necessary if
your pet remains unconscious after you have removed the choking object.
Next Step is to take him to
the pet clinic -
Pets who are going through the
chronic pain may act aggressively toward their pet parents. So, before you take
any step in giving them the care and medicine, first protect yourself properly
so that they may not inure you. Once you feel confident and safe transporting
your pet, take them to an emergency care facility and let the vet give them the
good care they deserve.
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