A pet is an important part of the family not just for the entertainment and cuteness value but also for the potential usefulness of one, for instance, a dog. A dog can be a cute playful animal to keep around and also be a vicious defender of the home. Just like we learn how to do first aid and CPR on humans when they are in distress, you should also learn how to provide the same assistance to animals that become distressed. CPR classes online may provide such training. Below is an instructional guide on what to do in the case that a cat, dog, or any other animal of yours needs help.
Check Breathing and Heart Rate
Check for a heartbeat and also check if the animal is breathing. If you do not see the animals’ chest moving in a respiratory manner, begin slight chest compressions to bring the animal back.
Exact Chest Impressions
Follow these steps when the pet is not breathing as it would under normal circumstances:
Place the heel of your hand directly on top of the pet’s chest if the animal is deep-chested, such as a dog or a cat. The other hand should be placed directly over the first hand.
Deep chested dogs need the heel of your one hand
For barrel-chested dogs put the dog belly up and place your hand on its wide sternum part. Your other hand should be directly on the first hand.
When your hand is placed on the pet, start pushing at a rate of 100-120 compressions a minute. The compressions should be between a third and a half the width of the pet’s chest before you press again to ensure the chest of the pet does recoil. Complete 30 chest compressions in a session when the pet is not breathing.
Rescue Breaths
While giving rescue breaths, close the pet’s mouth and extend the neck to open the airway. Cover the pet’s nose with your mouth and exhale until you see the chest of the pet bulge. Take CPR Classes for pets to see examples and videos.
Keep up the CPR
If the pet is still not responsive, continue CPR with 30 chest compressions and 2 rescue breaths until the pet is responsive again. These compressions should be consistent in order to give the pet the best chance for a full recovery.
Rechecking for Heartbeats and Breathing
After applying consistent pressure, kindly check the breathing and heartbeat of the animal every two minutes to see if it is responding to treatment.
Seek Medical Help
The pet needs the attention of a physician. Make efforts to ensure that you arrive at a veterinarian’s office as soon as possible with your pet in hand. Even as you head towards the vet’s office, keep applying CPR and first aid to the animal to increase its chances of survival. This will help keep the animal stay alive long enough before help can be administered by a professional. If you are eager enough to learn, check out CPR classes online.
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