Can a dog contract Giardia or other water-borne illnesses?
Yes, always try to make sure my dog drinks from a quality water source (filtered or treated). Also as a courtesy and safety consideration to others make sure your dog is not defecating near the water supply compounding the problem. Vaccinations are available from your vet to prevent animal giardia. Administer First Aid while in the field. What do you do if your dog stops breathing? Is CPR an option? Yes, CPR is a very real solution. We know of one dog that was successfully brought back to life after her heart and respiration stopped from smoke inhalation in a house fire. The procedure is different then the procedure used in resuscitating humans and the worst time to learn CPR is when you need to perform it. An excellent source for becoming familiar with the procedure is our Quick Guide to Animal Emergencies. What do you do if your dog is choking? It is best to learn and know the proper sequence in which to respond to a choking incident before the actual event. Familiarize yourself by r
