The Heimlich Method
To dislodge foreign matter from your dog's larynx
- 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.
Place your dog on its side and, using both hands palms down, apply quick thrusts to the abdomen just below the dog's last rib. If the dog won't lie down, grasp either side of the rib cage and squeeze in short thrusts. Make a sharp enough movement to cause the air in the lungs to force the object out.