Dangerous treat? Crosspost

[Daisy and Delilah]

Thanks for posting. This is scary. I have a question. I've always wondered what you're supposed to do if your dog is choking on something? With humans it's the Heimlech(spelling?)Maneuver but I don't have a clue what to do with dogs. Does anyone know what the best thing is until you can get to the vet? Of course I hope nothing happens but the closest emergency clinic to me is 30 miles away.

[.sarah]

Thanks for posting. This is scary. I have a question. I've always wondered what you're supposed to do if your dog is choking on something? With humans it's the Heimlech(spelling?)Maneuver but I don't have a clue what to do with dogs. Does anyone know what the best thing is until you can get to the vet? Of course I hope nothing happens but the closest emergency clinic to me is 30 miles away.

You would perform the heimlich on a dog as well. Here's a link: http://www.petplace.com/dogs/heimlic...dog/page1.aspx

[Daisy and Delilah]

Thanks Sarah. I have bookmarked that site in case I ever need it.

[.sarah]

No problem. It's a good thing to know. When I worked for a vet, I had her show me how to do it. Next time you're in, your vet may be able to show you. For me it's much easier to have a visual than to read it.

[bckrazy]

That is scarrrry! Thank GOD she acted so quickly and they were able to save the poor pup. =(

....I wouldn't feed Snausages, in any case.

[pitc9]

I've bought those treats several times for my pups.

Thanks for the info!

[Freedom]

Terry - and others - the Red Coss offers Pet First Aid courses. No that I have a full house, I've been thinking I should take th class. It is just like their humanfirst aid and CPR classes - low cost and a good thing to be aware of.