CPR Techniques To Help Your Dog

Pet safety and health is the number one concern as a responsible pet parent. However, accidents do happen and you need to be in an educated state to be able to literally save your dogs’ life. We have all heard about CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), which works for humans as well as pets. The techniques are a little different, though, since they are different types of creatures.

CPR works when someone’s heart and breathing have stopped. The thing is that it does not start a stopped heart; it is to keep the pet alive until the heart begins beating on its own or until a cardiac defibrillator can be used.

CPR on pets may not be very successful but at least it gives your pet a fighting chance until your veterinarian can provide the help you need. The ABC’s of CPR is airway, breathing and circulation in that order. If your dog is in distress, note the posture, if there is any bleeding, feces or vomit, and any breathing problems.

Be sure not to perform CPR if your dog is breathing or has a pulse. It is important to follow proper techniques if you are trying to save your pet with the use of CPR. For step by step instructions and a video go to -
http://www.petplace.com/dogs/cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-in-dogs-cpr/page1.aspx

Be a knowledgeable and observant pet parent and the life you save may be that of the precious pet that you love dearly.

For Vet assistance in the Greater Cincinnati area, you can check out:
http://www.petswelcome.com/ohio/cincinnati/

How To Educate Children With Pet Care

Pets are a great addition to a child's growing-up experience. Aside from learning about unconditional love, they also learn responsibility and respect. The following are some ways to teach your child to be a responsible and loving pet guardian.

1. Measure out the food portion yourself and have your child place it in the bowl and feed it to the pet. If it's an older child you can teach her how to measure out the food or exactly what to feed without under or overfeeding.

2. Tell your child to check periodically and make sure there is enough water in your pet's bowl.

3. Let your child assist you with bathing and grooming your pet. For instance, you could apply the shampoo and your child could scrub and help hold the pet. Your child can also help hold the pet during grooming and while you administer medication.

4. Teach your child how to play safely with your pet and to never be rough. Also show your child how to properly handle your pet, and if the child is old enough, how to properly pick the pet up if necessary.

5.Take your child shopping at the pet supply store and explain the differences between certain pet supplies and products. For instance, explain which toys are safe for dogs and why certain toys (such as rawhide) are not.

6. Have your child accompany you when walking the dog. If your child is old enough and your dog is easy enough to handle, show your child how to hold the leash and let him take a turn.