K91st Aid Quick Reference Guide
Emergency Dog First Aid
Think First, Emergency First Aid Objectives; Prevent, Promote, Preserve.
Protect yourself, wash hands, use barrier devices for your mouth and hands. Handle with care, only do what you are capable of doing.
Scene Survey: Take charge, call out for help, access the hazards, number of casualties, History of the incident how, why, when. Mechanism of injury, signs and symptoms.
Normal Temperature = 100-103 f ( 37.5 – 39.5 )
Breathing Rate = 10 – 30 breaths per minute
Pulse = 60 – 160 beats per minute
Primary Survey: ABCs Airway + Breathing + Circulation
Steady and support until able to transport.
Rescue Breathing: used on a non breathing dog with an open airway. Look listen feel for breathing, not breathing give two breaths check pulse continue rescue breathing 20 breaths per minute.
Heimlich Maneuver may be used when a dog has an object lodge in the airway and they are not able to breath.
C.P.R. used when there is no pulse.
Do the scene survey, primary survey the ABCs…
Check responsiveness, check for breathing up to 10 sec. No breath give two breaths as in Artificial respiration.
Check for pulse, between the 3rd and 6th rib or the femoral pulse.
No pulse start C.P.R. 20 compressions with 2 breaths, rate of 80 compressions a minute recheck pulse after One minute.
Wounds and Bleeding: RED Rest Elevate Direct or indirect pressure. Try to calm the dog, elevate the injury if able. Apply pressure on or around the wound. If object is visible do not pull out.
Treat for shock keep dog warm do not over heat.
Grooming
Different dogs have different coat types and grooming needs. Shampoos should be for the dog and not people soaps or shampoos. Many of the dog soaps come concentrated so water it down in another container. Start getting your dog use to bathing at an early age. Be Fair, Firm, and Consistent
Have all your bath equipment ready ahead of time. Do not trust a soaking wet dog to sit and stay in the tub or wash area if you leave the room to go get something or answer the phone.
Its a good idea to brush the dog down before you start the bathing: wet the dog down from the back end forward leaving the neck for last. If you wet the neck first the dog will shake and guess whom and what gets wet. Work the shampoo into the fur and reach all areas, ensuring that when rinsing to get out all the soap.
The amount your dog sheds will dictate how much you should brush him/her.Talk to groomers, other owners that have the same breed of dog to determine which are the best brushes for you.
You may have to put cotton batten in the ears to keep water out. To wash the face area you could also use a wet cloth.
Cleaning the ears use a wet cloth and pull the dirt toward you. You can also put a light coat of baby oil on a cloth and apply it in the ears to create a barrier. Use your hands to squeegee off the excess water. Towel dry and you can use a hair blower being careful not to burn the dog.
Get the dog use to your touch gently message or running your hands all over the dogs body will teach the dog to accept more. You can also have friends and family help you. Be aware of your dog and do not push him. All dogs do not like all people and all things so be watchful of the situation you put your dog in.
Check the dogs nails and paws, if you decide to clip your dogs nails find out the proper way to do it. Doing it wrong or hurrying the job could result in cutting the quick, which is a vein in the nail. On a dog with clear nails you can see where the quick is. Always clip a little less nail rather than too much. If you hurt the dog it will be harder the next time. This will also create an open wound, which could become infected.
6 Pillars of Character
Trustworthiness
Be honest • Don’t deceive, cheat or steal • Be reliable — do what you say you’ll do • Have the courage to do the right thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal — stand by your family, friends and country
Respect
Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule • Be tolerant of differences • Use good manners, not bad language • Be considerate of the feelings of others • Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements
Responsibility
Do what you are supposed to do • Persevere: keep on trying! • Always do your best • Use self-control • Be self-disciplined • Think before you act — consider the consequences • Be accountable for your choices
Fairness
Play by the rules • Take turns and share • Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others • Don’t blame others carelessly
Caring
Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need
Citizenship
Do your share to make your school and community better • Cooperate • Get involved in community affairs • Stay informed; vote • Be a good neighbor • Obey laws and rules • Respect authority • Protect the environment
Emergency Dog First Aid
Think First, Emergency First Aid Objectives; Prevent, Promote, Preserve.
Protect yourself, wash hands, use barrier devices for your mouth and hands. Handle with care, only do what you are capable of doing.
Scene Survey: Take charge, call out for help, access the hazards, number of casualties, History of the incident how, why, when. Mechanism of injury, signs and symptoms.
Normal Temperature = 100-103 f ( 37.5 – 39.5 )
Breathing Rate = 10 – 30 breaths per minute
Pulse = 60 – 160 beats per minute
Primary Survey: ABCs Airway + Breathing + Circulation
Steady and support until able to transport.
Rescue Breathing: used on a non breathing dog with an open airway. Look listen feel for breathing, not breathing give two breaths check pulse continue rescue breathing 20 breaths per minute.
Heimlich Maneuver may be used when a dog has an object lodge in the airway and they are not able to breath.
C.P.R. used when there is no pulse.
Do the scene survey, primary survey the ABCs…
Check responsiveness, check for breathing up to 10 sec. No breath give two breaths as in Artificial respiration.
Check for pulse, between the 3rd and 6th rib or the femoral pulse.
No pulse start C.P.R. 20 compressions with 2 breaths, rate of 80 compressions a minute recheck pulse after One minute.
Wounds and Bleeding: RED Rest Elevate Direct or indirect pressure. Try to calm the dog, elevate the injury if able. Apply pressure on or around the wound. If object is visible do not pull out.
Treat for shock keep dog warm do not over heat.
Grooming
Different dogs have different coat types and grooming needs. Shampoos should be for the dog and not people soaps or shampoos. Many of the dog soaps come concentrated so water it down in another container. Start getting your dog use to bathing at an early age. Be Fair, Firm, and Consistent
Have all your bath equipment ready ahead of time. Do not trust a soaking wet dog to sit and stay in the tub or wash area if you leave the room to go get something or answer the phone.
Its a good idea to brush the dog down before you start the bathing: wet the dog down from the back end forward leaving the neck for last. If you wet the neck first the dog will shake and guess whom and what gets wet. Work the shampoo into the fur and reach all areas, ensuring that when rinsing to get out all the soap.
The amount your dog sheds will dictate how much you should brush him/her.Talk to groomers, other owners that have the same breed of dog to determine which are the best brushes for you.
You may have to put cotton batten in the ears to keep water out. To wash the face area you could also use a wet cloth.
Cleaning the ears use a wet cloth and pull the dirt toward you. You can also put a light coat of baby oil on a cloth and apply it in the ears to create a barrier. Use your hands to squeegee off the excess water. Towel dry and you can use a hair blower being careful not to burn the dog.
Get the dog use to your touch gently message or running your hands all over the dogs body will teach the dog to accept more. You can also have friends and family help you. Be aware of your dog and do not push him. All dogs do not like all people and all things so be watchful of the situation you put your dog in.
Check the dogs nails and paws, if you decide to clip your dogs nails find out the proper way to do it. Doing it wrong or hurrying the job could result in cutting the quick, which is a vein in the nail. On a dog with clear nails you can see where the quick is. Always clip a little less nail rather than too much. If you hurt the dog it will be harder the next time. This will also create an open wound, which could become infected.
6 Pillars of Character
Trustworthiness
Be honest • Don’t deceive, cheat or steal • Be reliable — do what you say you’ll do • Have the courage to do the right thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal — stand by your family, friends and country
Respect
Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule • Be tolerant of differences • Use good manners, not bad language • Be considerate of the feelings of others • Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements
Responsibility
Do what you are supposed to do • Persevere: keep on trying! • Always do your best • Use self-control • Be self-disciplined • Think before you act — consider the consequences • Be accountable for your choices
Fairness
Play by the rules • Take turns and share • Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others • Don’t blame others carelessly
Caring
Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need
Citizenship
Do your share to make your school and community better • Cooperate • Get involved in community affairs • Stay informed; vote • Be a good neighbor • Obey laws and rules • Respect authority • Protect the environment