When a hairy child encounters an accident, it is crucial to carry it safely as soon as possible. Pets cannot speak and cannot tell their injuries, so the owner's timely reaction directly determines their success rate of treatment. The following...
When a hairy child encounters an accident, it is crucial to carry it safely as soon as possible. Pets cannot speak and cannot tell their injuries, so the owner's timely reaction directly determines their success rate of treatment. The following will explain in detail how to safely carry out the hairy child when facing unexpected situations to ensure that they can receive professional medical treatment as soon as possible.
First, when you realize that the hairy child may have encountered an accident, the owner's first reaction should be quick but calm. Excessive panic may aggravate the tension of the hairy child and may even cause secondary damage. Staying calm helps the owner make the right judgment and action.
Next, contact the hospital that can perform first aid. Communicating with the hospital in advance not only allows the hospital to prepare for first aid in advance, but also obtains some immediate first aid guidance from professionals. These key guidance may earn valuable time for the hairy child while waiting for an ambulance or preparing to take it to the hospital.
If the hairy child is unable to stand due to injury or develops symptoms of paralysis, this is likely to be a sign of spinal injury. During the handling process, special care must be taken to prevent secondary damage to the spine. At this time, a hard stretcher will be an ideal choice. Gently grab the pet with skin and slide it onto the stretcher while making sure its back and neck stays straight. If the hairy child starts struggling in the process, consider wrapping it up with a large blanket before putting it on a stretcher. If you don't have a hard stretcher, you can look for other flat, hard alternatives, such as ironing boards, large plywood, sturdy cartons after folding and using them.
If a hairy child loses consciousness, it is necessary to ensure that his head and body are properly settled. Avoid sagging or tilting your head upwards, as this may reduce blood supply to the brain and may even cause brain damage. If a hairy child is vomiting or may vomit, keep his head lower than the heart position so that the vomit can flow out of the mouth and prevent backflow from entering the trachea and lungs. It is particularly important to note that pets with head injuries may vomit even if they are in a coma.
During the handling process, gently covering the hairy child with a blanket can increase its sense of security and also keep warm. However, in the case of trauma, the use of blankets should be avoided to directly contact the wound.
Try to let the hairy child carry it in a lateral lie. This posture is often considered the best choice when transporting injured pets. But if the pet shows discomfort or difficulty breathing in this position, it may be due to chest or lung injury. In this case, the pet should choose a comfortable position for transport.
If the injury is not serious, try to encourage the child to walk on the stretcher or go out of the cage by himself. Since pets know their pain areas best, this can reduce secondary damage caused by external force touching.
During the transportation process, all movements should be as gentle as possible. Improper handling methods may lead to further internal bleeding, fractures, peripheral soft tissue damage and other complications. Therefore, every movement of the master should be cautious and gentle.
If conditions permit, a rope can be used to secure the pet to a stretcher, especially when carrying pets that are unconscious or suspected of having a back injury. Doing so will prevent them from turning over from pain, which will aggravate spinal damage.
Finally, during the transportation process, be careful not to press on the pet's abdomen. For pets with difficulty breathing, vomiting, or abdominal pain, abdominal pressure can cause additional damage.
