Pet First Aid: Injury & Illness

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* 2. When should you NOT muzzle a dog before treating his injuries?

If the dog is in extreme pain from a fractured limb.

If the dog is vomiting

If the dog is unfamiliar to you (such as a stray dog).

If the dog is displaying signs of fear aggression.

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* 3. One way to tell if a dog is dehydrated is to feel his gums to see if they are dry or sticky.

True

False

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* 4. What are some behaviors that may signal a dog is ill or injured?

Lethargy

Hiding

Inability to sit or lay down comfortably

Vomiting 3 times in a one day

All of the above

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* 5. A dog that begins pacing or acting restless, attempts to vomit unproductively, is retching up thick, ropey saliva, or has a distended stomach that is painful when touched could be bloating. You should call your vet immediately and prepare to rush your dog in for treatment.

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False

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* 6. When performing CPR, it's important to minimize interruptions between giving rescue breaths and re-starting compressions, and if possible, to switch partners every 2 minutes to help maintain good quality compressions.

True

False