Be prepared to quickly understand how to help your beloved pet When time is short and your dog is depending on you, First Aid For Dogs For Dummies is the book to have close at hand. Find information about identifying injury, determining the proper steps to take, and knowing when to contact your vet. Open the book and find: The essentials for a complete first-aid kit Where and how to apply pressure to stop bleeding What to do when your pet is choking Guidance for emergencies such as heatstroke, dehydration, and frostbite Poison identification, removal, and treatment strategies
Find out about your Labrador Retriever's special needs Labs are truly a dog-lover's dog. They're gentle, joyful, and above all, eager to please. Who could ask for a sweeter package? Get expert advice on Lab temperament and training tips that will ensure your Lab is a well-mannered companion and member of the family. Open the book and find: Whether a Lab is right for you What and how often to feed your Lab How to groom your Lab and keep him looking good How to keep your Lab healthy for the long haul
Provides a directory of first-aid and emergency procedures for cats and dogs, covering everything from identifying a problem and performing CPR to administering a pill and follow-up care.
Designed to provide assistance and guidance to the pet owner in case of an emergency, this book includes coverage of CPR, choking, bleeding, trauma, poisoning, thermal emergencies, various wounds, and more. Suggestions are also given for items to be included in a pet first aid kit, plus tips on regular pet care, neutering and spaying, and traveling with pets. 150 illustrations.
Here is a unique and inspiring handbook filled with 365 helpful tips, easy-to-build projects, practical advice, and insight into the canine-human relationship for all dog owners to use every day of the year.
The perfect study companion, Animal Biology and Care, 3rd Edition is specifically designed for students on animal care, animal nursing assistant and veterinary care assistant courses. This edition is fully updated with new course content, a refreshed design and colour illustrations throughout. Basic biological theory is introduced with diagrams for visual learners while photographs demonstrate the common practical procedures carried out by animal care assistants. Key features include: New content on exotic species, recognising the increasing number of these animals kept as pets. Extensive coverage of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and recent advances in animal welfare. Written in line with course curricula, chapter summaries help you to remember key points and learning objectives. A companion website has interactive MCQs to help you test your knowledge. Divided into three main sections covering animal science and genetics, health and husbandry and nursing procedures, this book will help lay the foundations for a successful career in animal care and management!
This manual is developed for use within advanced first aid, CPR, and AED training courses offered through the Emergency Care & Safety Institute. Based on the 2010 International Consensus Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC), Advanced First Aid, CPR, and AED, Sixth Edition is ideal for use within college-level courses designed to certify individuals in first aid, CPR, and AED. More than a stand-alone text, this student manual is the center of an integrated teaching and learning system that offers many resources to better support instructors and prepare students. This manual includes: Coverage of the 2010 CPR and ECC Guidelines: Clear, concise direction on how to perform CPR and use an AED during an emergency. Current information on injuries and illnesses: Core information for first aiders presented in a clear and straightforward format. Skill Drills: Offer step-by-step explanations and visual summaries of important skills. Emergency Care Wrap-Up Tables: Provide a concise summary of what signs first aiders should look for and what treatment steps they should take. About the Emergency Care & Safety Institute The Emergency Care & Safety Institute (ECSI) is an internationally renowned organization that provides training and certifications that meet job-related requirements as defined by regulatory authorities such as OSHA, The Joint Commission, and state offices of EMS, Education, Transportation, and Health. ECSI’s courses are delivered throughout a range of industries and markets worldwide, including colleges and universities, business and industry, government, public safety agencies, hospitals, private training companies, and secondary school systems. ECSI offers world-class training solutions in the areas of: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Automated External Defibrillation Babysitter Safety Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens CPR (Layperson and Health Care levels) Driver Safety Emergency Medical Responder (formerly known as First Responder) First Aid (Standard, Advanced, Pediatric, Wilderness, and other levels) Oxygen Administration
In this book, we talk about a main topic that is further broken down into multiple topics. Our main topic is how to care for your dog, hence the name of the book. Inside, on these pages, we talk about what things you need to know to take care of your dog as well as how to make sure they are healthy and happy. Every owner wants the best for their dog and wants to be able to give their dog the best possible food, and keep them in the best health possible. After all, dog is man's best friend. You may think that you know everything there is to know about taking care of your dog, but even an old dog can learn new tricks, as they say. This is also a great book for new owners who need to known the basics, and everything there is to know about their dogs, and taking care of your dog. It contains great, informative information about basically everything that you want and need to known having to do with your dog's health, exercise, and safety.
