First Aid For Pets For Dummies, Portable Edition Book

Act quickly and confidently in any pet emergency

Be prepared! This must-have guide gives you everything you need to identify injuries, determine the proper steps to take, and when you need to contact your vet.

Find out:

• What first-aid supplies you should always have on hand
• How to approach and examine an injured animal
• The best way to check vital signs and what to do next
• What to do when your pet is choking
• Where and how to apply pressure to stop bleeding
• Treatments for trauma, shock, and seizures
• Poison identification, removal, and treatment strategies
• Tips on the best ways to give medications
• How to soothe burns, treat wounds, and use splints on breaks and sprains