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How to Perform the Heimlich Maneuver on a Pet

How to Perform the Heimlich Maneuver on a Pet

McD22 via Flickr cc

McD22 via Flickr cc

As a fellow dog owner, I feel this is so important to know! If you own a pet then this article may one day save your pet! Do you know what to do if your dog is choking? Knowing a few emergency procedures, such as CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and the Heimlich maneuver for dogs, is critical to saving lives because you may not have time to get to a vet!

Of course, the first thing we recommend you do in the event of a crisis involving your pet is call your vet, a local emergency animal hospital, or an animal poison hotline if you think a toxin is involved. But there are times when taking matters into your own hands may save your pet’s life. Click the link below and get this very valuable, life saving technique!

How to Perform the Heimlich Maneuver on a Pet