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Dealing With an Injured Dog
from: The Complete DogMany traffic accidents with dogs, minor and severe, may be prevented with proper obedience training. Make sure your dog is well trained and always under the control of a responsible person when he's being walked, especially when near a busy road or highway.
If an accident does occur and your dog is hit by a car, try not to panic. Maintain your emotional balance and use common sense. Your dog may be at risk for further injury, so you must be very careful when moving him out of danger.
Warning: A dog that is badly injured may bite you if he's in shock or severe pain even if he knows you. So before assessing the dog's injuries, use a scarf or some piece of clothing to muzzle him. A rope or a tie will do the job as well. Examine the dog's face and body for injury and get immediate medical attention.
Moving An Injured Dog
Whether the dog is conscience or unconscious, she must be moved to a safe place. Have someone watch out and block further traffic while you do the following:
1. Before attempting to move the dog from traffic, check over its body for obvious wounds, cuts, and distorted limbs.
2. With the help of another person, carefully drag and then lift the dog's body onto a blanket or a coat if there is one available and pull the blanket or coat out of harms way. Do avoid rubbing any obvious injuries.
3. It's important to keep the dog muzzled if he's in shock or pain. Securely tie the muzzle to prevent an accidental bite.
4. Gently feel every limb for broken or dislocated bones. If you suspect a fractured limb, then move it as little as possible. Remember that a dog with potential spinal injuries should be lifted on a flat board.
5. Some dogs injured in a car accident actually appear to be normal. However, beware, he may have experienced damage to internal organs and will need immediate medical attention. Once the dog has been removed from further risk in traffic, examine it thoroughly and take him to the nearest vet.
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