Would You Give Your Pet CPR?

nbcwashington ^ | Oct 22, 2009 | KARL PARKER

[JoeProBono]

There's no doubt about the love we have for our dogs and cats.

But, when push comes to shove, just how far would you go if your best friend was in a health crisis?

Let's get to the point.

Your pet is injured and needs lifesaving air.Question is, could you bring yourself to put your mouth to his snout?

58-percent of people surveyed by the Associated Press and Petside.com would be at least SOMEWHAT likely to perform CPR on their animal in a medical emergency.

The survey showed women were more likely to deliver those rescue breaths than the men.

But, would YOU?

The survey also shows many people simply aren't prepared for pet emergencies.

Only 20-percent of those polled actually have a first aid kit in their homes.

And 54-percent admit, they don't have a fire evacuation plan for their pets.

[JoeProBono]

LOL!

[mysterio]

Yes, I would attempt CPR on a pet. Have done so on a non-pet animal before. Was unsuccessful in saving the animal.

[TASMANIANRED]

Depends on the circumstances.

16 yr old dog that is mostly blind and deaf, I’d cry my eyes out and hold her.

2 yr old dog that aspirated a chunk of weenie.. Absolutely..

I’d even do the hind lick.....Uoops that’s a punchline.

[TASMANIANRED]

You are a good man.

[JoeProBono]

[chris37]

Yes, I would, and I wouldn’t even think twice about it.

[Squantos]

Ok here is my question. If new version of CPR for humans is only chest compression why isn’t it the same for Dogs ? We don’t lip lock on a human for cpr so why is it still done on critters ?

Word of caution ...never go to CPR class with a set of jumper cables an a toliet plunger.

[fso301]

How does one know their pet is having a heart attack? Aside from smoke inhalation or drowning, when would performing cpr be appropriate?

[JoeProBono]

http://www.postchronicle.com/news/health/article_212263448.shtml

[Eaker]

The latest is 30:2 compressions to breaths.

I thought it was never go withOUT jumper cables & a plunger!?!

[scory]

Greenies are a type of chewy treat that have vitamins and minerals and also serve as a sort of dental hygiene tool. Our dogs love them.

[Verbosus]

Let me put it this way - if I saw any democrat that needed one, I would pick up my pet and give her CPR instead.

[loungitude]

Depends on the circumstances. 16 yr old dog that is mostly blind and deaf, I’d cry my eyes out and hold her. 2 yr old dog that aspirated a chunk of weenie.. Absolutely.. I’d even do the hind lick.....Uoops that’s a punchline. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Our Rottweiler does the hind lick on our smallish cat about daily. And the cat likes it. OK too much information ahead........The cat lies on the stairs so that she has a backstop. Yup not making this up.

[Squantos]

That 30:2 is not the latest per our recent schooling...:o)

. Scratch the 2. We’re being taught by our first responders an medics to just do the compressions.

If I have spare person to assist I will stick with the 30:2 concept till I see more on the new an improved.

Guy at work dropped an I got to see one of the small defibulators used.

They WORK !

I have one in my personal blow out bag that I keep in the truck now. Good piece of gear to spend cash on. Get the training if your company gives ya one.

[Slings and Arrows]

[vetvetdoug]

CPR:I’ve done it on dogs, cats, calves, foals, monkeys, parrots, and humans.....and one hyena....

[TheOldLady]

Without hesitation.

[Fawn]

ABSOLUTELY I WOULD....

[Outlaw Woman]

Thanks S & A :)

[martin_fierro]