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"The Marley Emergency"

BLOAT

If you saw the movie "Marley & Me," then you've seen the results of this combination of symptoms that clearly spells EMERGENCY. Below are the classic symptoms of a condition known as "bloat," an extremely dangerous condition for your dog.

This condition that is fairly common and often occurs in the evening or nighttime hours.

If you notice these 3 combined symptoms in your dog, seek treatment immediately:

• PACING

• RESTLESSNESS

• UNPRODUCTIVE ATTEMPTS TO VOMIT

Bloat is a common problem in large breed deep chested dogs BUT can also occur in smaller dogs.

What what happens is this. The stomach twists, causing the blood supply to the stomach to be compromised, which leads to tissue death. As tissues are damaged, toxins are then released and a sequence of events occurs that, if left untreated, leads to death.

If you notice these symptoms in your dog, call your veterinarian immediately.

Kanga

Did you know...

Your beautiful

AZALEA

is toxic to your dog?

"Mouth-to-snout" resuscitation is demonstrated on Melanie's canine CPR mannequin dog, Jerry.

Both the leaves and flowers of an azalea plant are toxic to dogs. Even mouthing an azalea branch can lead to symptoms ranging from vomiting and diarrhea to hypotension and coma.

The SPCA advises dog owners who believe their dog may have eaten an azalea to call poison control or their veterinarian and avoid home treatments, which can make the animal even sicker.

At the vet, a dog would likely undergo the entire decontamination process, consisiting of activated charcoal and fluids while their heart rate is being monitered.

Rescue your Dog from a Choking Emergency

SAFE DOG CHOKING VIDEO

Pet Safety Expert

Melanie Monteiro

teaches how to help your dog through two particular emergencies.