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Dog Bites

Dogs are hierarchical and territorial animals. Putting them together for the first time would often result to dog fights. Sometimes dog bites would result from

Abrasions

Cause Because the dog’s skin is protected by its fur abrasions are not very common in dogs. Skin abrasions occur when the skin has been

Drowning

Most dogs can swim. Actually 99% of dogs are excellent swimmers. Why then do hundreds of dogs tragically lose their lives by drowning each year?

Abscess

The subcutaneous tissue between the skin and the muscle of a dog is an ideal nutrient rich place for bacteria to grow. Foreign materials, bacteria

Electric Shock

A new puppy can be the source of joy of the family. Unfortunately, raising one can be a tedious task especially if the puppy is

Allergic Reactions

Allergic reaction in dogs is not a flippant matter. Like humans dogs suffer from allergic reactions too. Unfortunately, unlike humans dogs do not have the

Artificial respiration (CPR)

Learning how to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) may be the only chance you have to save the life of your pet. It would certainly be

Falls

No matter how careful a dog owner may be, falling accidents can not be totally eliminated. Dogs fall from roofs, from decks and from other

Bandaging

Pet owners can never be too careful… accidents still happen to the beloved pets. It would be fortunate if a veterinary facility is nearby as

Bleeding

Dog first aid should not overwhelm even first time dog owners. Giving first aid to the pet is pretty much the same as giving first

Bloat

Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (GVD) commonly known as bloat is a life threatening condition in dogs that most dog owners know very little about. Next to