Pet First Aid: Emergency Guide Before the Vet

Signs: pawing at mouth, gagging, blue gums. For dogs: open mouth and look for object. If visible, carefully remove with tweezers. For small dogs/cats: hold upside down and give 5 back blows between shoulder blades.

Apply firm direct pressure with a clean cloth for 5-10 minutes. DO NOT remove the cloth — add more on top. For paw cuts: wrap with gauze and tape. Seek vet if bleeding doesn't stop in 10 minutes.

DO NOT put hands near the mouth. Move furniture away to prevent injury. Time the seizure — if over 3 minutes, it's an emergency. After: keep them warm and quiet. Record video for the vet.

Signs: excessive panting, drooling, bright red gums, collapse. Move to shade/cool area. Apply COOL (not cold) water to neck, armpits, groin. Offer small sips of water. Head to vet immediately.

1) Check breathing and pulse (inner thigh). 2) Lay pet on right side. 3) Compressions: push 1/3 to 1/2 chest depth, 100-120/min. 4) After 30 compressions, give 2 rescue breaths (close mouth, breathe into nose). 5) Repeat. Rush to vet while performing CPR.