การจมน้ำ

Key Facts

• All pets that fall into water should be evaluated by a veterinarian
• Dry drowning: delayed fluid buildup in lungs can be fatal hours after rescue
• Position pet on side with head slightly lower than body for drainage
• Pull tongue forward and gently push on chest wall and stomach to expel water
• Begin CPR if needed after clearing airways
• Cover with blanket to prevent heat loss
• Most cats and dogs instinctively swim but cannot exit pools at the edge; they must find steps
• Secondary complications: electrolyte imbalance, hypothermia, pneumonia
• Species: dogs and cats