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What To Do if it is an Emergency?
In emergency situations:
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Contact the vet. Keep your vet's phone
number to hand and know the name of the practice.
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Always phone first, whatever the
situation, as there may not always be a vet available
but
staff may be able to suggest immediate action you can
take.
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Have a pen handy in case another number
is given. Treatment can usually be provided more
quickly if the dog is taken to the surgery, rather than
if the vet is called out.
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Always bear in mind the safety of
yourself and others. Keep calm and assess the situation
before acting. Injured animals are frightened and in
pain and may try to bite anyone who
touches them.
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If there is a risk of biting, put a
muzzle on, or wrap tape around the nose and tie behind
the
ears, unless your dog has difficulty breathing. Small
dogs may be restrained by putting a
thick towel over their heads.
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Never give human medicines to a dog –
many will do more harm than good. Do not offer
food or drink in case anesthetic is needed.
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Drive carefully when taking the patient
to the surgery.
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If you do get bitten, see your doctor.
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