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Do's and don ts of basic canine first aid...
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Include all of your dog’s toes in any foot or lower leg dressing so you don’t risk cutting off his circulation, and remember to bandage up to above the next joint, to avoid the bandage slippingdown.
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Get your dog used to having a leg bandaged at home — make it a rewarding experience and a game. “Do it slowly, gradually, and gently rather than pinning your dog down,”
advises Kaya, who also suggests owners practice their bandaging skills on a soft toy and a person (who will be able to tell them if it’s too tight) before tackling a pet.
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Store your regular vet’s number on your mobile phone, and when on holiday, remember to add the contact details of the nearest vet.
DON’T
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Attempt abdominal thrusts — the canine equivalent of a Heimlich maneuver — on a dog that isn’t choking.
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Place a dressing over your dog’s face if he has injured his ears or head — restricting his vision could panic him further.●
Bandage a fracture, as this can cause more harm than good.
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Exercise your dog for at least an hour before or after eating,as this may lessen the risk of bloat.
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