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National first aid

I’m itching to tell you about a new product

If you are like most people, one of the least favorite parts of summer travel comes wrapped in three-leaf clusters and an itchy reaction –...
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Emergency First Aid

As each of us go through our everyday life, we often times come across a situation where a working knowledge of basic first aid would come in handy...
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Rate of chest compressions and breaths for canine CPR

© Monika 3 Steps Ahead / photoxpress.comThe recommended rate of chest compressions to breaths depends on the size of the dog. This is outlined...
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Canine CPR

If you've determined that the dog isn't breathing, attempt to restore breathing ON THE WAY TO THE HOSPITAL. The three stages (the ABC's) of CPR...
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Homeopathic hot spot remedy for your dog

Hair follicles can become infected by bacteria. These hot spots can appear any time of year, butthey are more frequently seen in the warm summer...
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Preventing & Treating Heatstroke

Heat stroke is a medical emergency that requires immediate therapy in order to carefully lower the dog's body temperature. Get your dog to the vet...
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Removing a tick from your dog

There are a number of ways to remove ticks from your dog. For a less traumatic tick removal, try the following:Apply a glob of liquid soap to a...
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Pack a canine first aid kit before an emergency

Anyone who has ever faced an emergency with their dog knows that it is vital to have a canine first aid kit assembled and be familiar with canine...
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Poison ivy: Leaves of three, I.P.T.

Leaves of three, let it be. This simple mantra for poison ivy prevention can save you from seemingly endless agony. Yes, prevention is the best...
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Heat injury first aid: Quench to prevent

Hydration stands at the forefront of heat injury prevention. Yes, prevention is the best medicine. Unfortunately, it’s optional. Dehydration...
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