Emergency Guide
Pet CPR Essentials
A fast, simple checklist to keep you focused during a critical emergency.
Check responsiveness
Tap, call their name, and check breathing. If no breathing or heartbeat, start CPR immediately.
Chest compressions
- Place your hands over the widest part of the chest.
- Compress 1/3 to 1/2 chest depth.
- Perform 100-120 compressions per minute.
Rescue breaths
Give 2 breaths after every 30 compressions. Seal the mouth and breathe into the nose.
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