Most of the links below are listed on our Resource Page under Pet Emergency.
First Aid
Just like First Aid for humans, there is First Aid for pets too! With access to the internet you can easily find a lot of links to learn basic First Aid to care for your furry loved one. Just the other day mom and I heard a story on the news about how a woman’s neighbor saved her dog’s life because she knew CPR for dogs, that’s incredible and could mean the difference between life and death in an emergency situation.
You can even rent or buy DVDs about first aid or check out your local libraries for books!
Make your own First Aid Kit for your Pet
Buy a First Aid Kit for your Pet
Dog lovers will welcome this indispensable video that covers the basic steps to take when your four-legged best friend needs urgent medical attention for an illness or after an accident. First-aid segments include vital information about rescue breathing, choking, drowning, poisoning, shock, heatstroke, fractures, car accidents, snakebites, hypothermia, burns and more. Endorsed by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Emergency Preparedness
Another way to keep your pet safe is to BE PREPARED! Especially in an emergency. A lot of people had to leave their animals behind when Hurricane Katrina hit or lost their animals. It helps to be prepared and ready for anything. If you’re trapped in your home, it can take three days before someone can reach you, so make sure you at least have plenty of water and food to last that long. Check out the following links for materials on preparing your family and furry loved ones for an emergency.
Prepare Your Pet for An Emergency – Great list of ways to prepare!
Humane Society – Disaster Center
