Accidents, injuries, and unexpected health issues can happen to a dog, no matter its age, breed, or health condition. While the best thing to do during situations like these is to bring your dog to the nearest veterinarian, sometimes, rushing them to the clinic may take too long.

In case your find your dog or someone else’s dog in trouble, here are useful tips you can follow to rescue them and save their life.

1. Understand your dog’s normal behavior so you can easily identify if something is off.
   Get to know your dog well and be familiar with his normal or “healthy” behaviors. This way, if something looks and feels different, you can easily notice it. Signs to look out for include losing appetite, always wanting to sleep, unusual bowel movements, and having a different smell. Any of these could mean that something is wrong with your dog.

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2. Check how serious the problem is.
   Is there still time to bring the dog to the vet? Or should you perform first aid right then and there? For minor injuries and small concerns, letting a professional treat your pet can be the best decision. However, if the problem is more serious and needs urgent attention, then it’s better that you perform the right intervention, such as those discussed below.

3. Learn to check their pulse.
   Like in humans, a dog’s pulse can also be a good indicator of whether they are in good condition or something is wrong with their health. Know what their normal values are, so you can easily identify when something isn’t right.

4. Give them CPR.
   There could be several reasons why your dog might collapse at a random time of the day. When this happens, don’t panic. Check their pulse and breathing. If your dog’s breathing has stopped, that is when you need to perform CPR to increase their chances of survival. Then, bring them to the vet as soon as possible.

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5. For wounds, cuts, or scrapes, give them a bandage.
   Cuts and wounds are common for active and adventurous dogs. If your furry friend is bleeding, your goal is to stop the blood from coming out. Thus, you have to know how to properly put on a bandage to a wounded dog. Afterward, bring them to the nearest vet.

By knowing these helpful tips on rescuing dogs during emergencies, you can save a lot of animal lives.

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