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Dog First-Aid Kit Essentials
Emergencies can strike at any time, whether you're at home, running errands around town, or traveling. When they do occur, it's good to be prepared with a dog first-aid kit, in addition to your human supplies.
This list will help you assemble everything you'll need in a first-aid kit for a canine medical emergency or [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-first-aid-kit-essentials/
| November 21, 2017

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Review Your First Aid Plan
March is Red Cross month, the perfect time to refresh your pet first aid skills. As a breeder you probably already have good first aid knowledge, but it’s a good idea to brush up every so often and to review what is in your first aid kit. In the heat of an emergency, even [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/review-first-aid-plan/
| November 21, 2017

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5 Mistakes Dog Owners Make When Transporting an Injured Pet to the Hospital
Few aspects of pet ownership are as stressful as transporting an injured dog to the hospital. Whether your pup has been hit by a car, attacked by another animal, or has eaten something harmful, providing him with immediate medical care is crucial for a good prognosis. Getting him to the hospital, however, is easier said [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-transport-a-dog-to-hospital/
| November 21, 2017

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Should Dogs Lick Wounds to Heal Them?
Dogs instinctively lick wounds, but should they? Dog saliva was long thought to have healing effects, but science shows licking may do more harm than good.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/should-dogs-lick-wounds/
| November 21, 2017

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First Aid for Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
You don't want anything bad to happen to your dog, but unfortunately, emergencies are a part of life. Therefore, it's important to be prepared with a fully stocked first aid kit and detailed emergency plan. That will help you stay calm in the event of an emergency and provide the best dog first aid care [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/first-aid-dogs/
| November 21, 2017

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Medical Emergency Tips for Your Dog
It's an unfortunate fact that dogs, like people, experience medical emergencies. If your pet falls victim to an illness or an accident, they will need to see a veterinarian stat. The following tips may keep your dog out of immediate danger until he receives professional help.
What to Do in Emergencies
One of the first [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/emergencies-first-aid/
| November 21, 2017

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What’s in your breeder kit?
An important addition to your canine first aid kit is Nutri-Vet Eye Wash for Dogs, a non-irritating ophthalmic solution that gently cleanses the eyes and surrounding tissues to help relieve discomfort and control irritation from dried mucous, foreign material, pollen and other irritants. It is much more comfortable for rinsing irritants from a dog’s [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/whats-breeder-kit-31/
| November 21, 2017

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Emergency Preparedness: The Essential Guide for Dog Owners
Do you have a disaster plan in place for your dog? When it comes to emergency preparedness, here's what every dog owner needs to know.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/do-you-have-disaster-plan-for-dog/
| November 21, 2017

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Fire Safety Tips That Will Help Protect You and Your Dog
About 40,000 pets die each year in home fires. National Pet Fire Safety Day is the perfect time to put a disaster plan in place if you don't have one already.
Dogs frequently take on the role of a smoke alarm when there's a fire, but you shouldn't rely on your canine companion to act as [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/tips-help-dog-fire/
| November 21, 2017

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Kennel Emergency & Disaster Planning For Breeders: Keeping Your Dogs & Facility Safe
Since the United States is currently in the midst of both tornado and hurricane seasons, it is a good time for breeders to establish or update disaster plans. Summer also brings thunderstorms, which often cause power outages.
Having an emergency plan allows you and your staff to act proactively and efficiently to keep dogs and [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/kennel-emergency-disaster-planning-keeping-dogs-facility-safe/
| November 21, 2017