Chest Compression
- Important - The following steps should only be considered if you are unable to get the dog to vet IMMEDIATELY. Just prior to, or while you are performing any form of artificial respiration, have someone summon help immediately.
This is an emergency procedure that is used to restore breathing in an unconscious dog by pushing air out and allowing the chest to draw air back in.
Chest Compression
- Feel for pulse or heartbeat.
- Open mouth and clear away secretions. Check for a foreign body. If found, remove carefully, if possible. If impossible to reach, execute the Heimlich maneuver.
- Lay the dog on a flat surface with the dog right side down
Place both hands on the chest and press down sharply. Release quickly. If properly performed, you should be able to hear air moving in and out. If you can't, proceed with mouth - to - nose resuscitation.