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While it can be stressful to see your dog or cat lying injured, it is important to handle injured pets properly. Unsafe handling can lead to further injury and serious complications, including increased internal bleeding and soft tissue damage. Make the pet as comfortable as possible by encouraging it to lie down and be still. If it can be done without stressing the animal, try to tie or tape it to a flat surface. Consider an ironing board, table-leaf, or flattened cardboard box. Keep the animal's head aligned with its spine. If you think the pet may vomit, keep its head below heart level. Calm the animal and prevent heat loss by covering with a blanket. If your pet is bleeding you can try to stop it by applying direct pressure to the wound with your hand or a pressure bandage. Any injured animal needs to be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. |