First Aid for Dogs on the Farm

Dr. Jon Geller, D.V.M. shares how to provide first aid for dogs on the farm, including care for poisoning, bleeding wounds, fractures, vomiting, diarrhea, and more.

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Dr. Jon Geller, D.V.M. shares how to provide first aid for dogs on the farm, including care for poisoning, bleeding wounds, fractures, vomiting, diarrhea, and more.

Even if you take every precaution to prevent your dog from injury or illness, there are times when you might need to apply a little first aid for your farm dog. Most serious illnesses should be treated by your veterinarian, but if you live far from your vet’s office, or if you’re waiting for your harried animal doctor to arrive, the following guidelines may help during an emergency. Items marked with an asterisk should always include veterinary care as well as on-the-farm first aid.

Suspected Dog Poisoning

Get your dog to vomit immediately by giving two to three teaspoons of hydrogen peroxide. To avoid possible esophageal damage, caustic substances and abrasive objects should not be vomited back up.
Call National Animal Poison Control at (800) 548-2423.

  • Updated on Jul 25, 2022
  • Originally Published on Oct 1, 2000
Tagged with: dog first aid, dog health, farm dog
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