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Improvised stretchers, carriers and car tips that protect the animal's spine — and your hands.
A small box with the right items lets you act calmly in an emergency — at home, in the car or on a rescue.
Heavy panting, drooling and collapse in hot weather can be heatstroke. Cool the animal gradually and get to a vet.
Poisoning is an emergency. What signs to look for, what to bring to the vet, and why you should not make the animal vomit on your own.
Make the scene safe, move the animal on a flat surface, and get to a vet fast — even if it seems fine, internal injuries are common.
Stay safe, keep the animal calm and contained, control bleeding, and get it to a vet. A calm 10 minutes can save a life.