Pet CPR: Step-by-Step Emergency Guide

Here’s a concise yet comprehensive guide to pet CPR and safe paddling pools for dogs, based on veterinary recommendations and pet safety best practices:

Table of Contents

🐾 Pet CPR: Step-by-Step Emergency Guide

(For dogs & cats—act fast if unresponsive/no pulse!)

1️⃣ Check Responsiveness

Tap gently, call their name.
Check for breathing (chest rise) and pulse (inside hind leg).

2️⃣ Clear Airways

If choking: Remove visible obstructions with fingers (don’t push blindly).
Tilt head back slightly to open airway.

3️⃣ Rescue Breathing

For dogs: Close mouth, breathe into nose until chest rises (10-12 breaths/min).

For cats: Small puffs—15-20 breaths/min.

4️⃣ Chest Compressions

Side-lying position:
- Dogs: Compress widest part of chest at 100-120 beats/min (1/3 chest depth).
- Cats: Use one hand to squeeze chest.
Cycle: 30 compressions → 2 breaths.

5️⃣ Continue Until Help Arrives

Check for pulse every 2 mins.

Get to a vet ASAP—even if revived!

📹 Video Demo: American Red Cross CPR

💦 Pet Paddling Pools: Safety Tips

✅ Safe Pool Features

Sloped sides for easy exit
Non-slip bottom (textured or rubberized).
Shallow depth (max 12” for medium dogs).

🚨 Danger Signs to Watch

Exhaustion: Heavy panting, slowed movement.
Drowning risk: Head low, silent struggling.
Overheating: Bright red gums, drooling.

⭐ Best Practices

Supervise always—even in 2” of water.
Rinse after to remove chlorine/chemicals.
Avoid plastic kiddie pools (slippery, hard to escape).

🐶 Breed-Specific Notes

Brachycephalic dogs (pugs, bulldogs): Higher drowning risk—use life jackets.
Small dogs: Opt for shallow basins.

🛒 Top-Rated Pet Pools

PawHut Elevated Pool (sturdy, no slip)

Cool Pup Splash Pad (zero drowning risk)
Outward Hound Granby Splash (portable)

Remember: Never leave pets unattended near water—even briefly!

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