What preparations should be made before first aid for a dog?

As your dog grows older, you may need to learn some emergency response measures for sudden accidents, such as it suddenly getting injured or falling ill.

When you find that your dog has suddenly been injured at some unknown moment, do not panic. Remember that the purpose of any first aid measure is to stabilize the injured dog temporarily before the veterinarian arrives.

Before starting, the owner must first determine whether the dog's life is in danger. If you find that the dog has stopped breathing, has no pulse or heartbeat, is bleeding continuously, or has been poisoned, you must immediately give the dog first aid. During the process, the dog may appear more irritable because of pain, so if necessary you can first put a muzzle and leash on it. But if your dog is vomiting or having difficulty breathing, do not put a muzzle on it.

After first aid begins, send the dog to the veterinarian as soon as possible. Be sure to notify the veterinarian in advance of the dog's condition and your arrival time; this allows the relevant party to make preparations before you arrive. If you suspect that the dog has an injury to the neck or spine, you should first place it on a wooden board before taking it to the hospital, to avoid pressure worsening its condition. For specific methods, see