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First Aid for Pets


Burns/Scalds

Treatment for both is copious amounts of clean, cold water, use of a shower is ideal for this. If scalding is from hot oil or fat then a detergent to remove the substance should first be used. Continue to drench the area for 10-20 minutes, and then wrap in a sterile dressing or clean towel and take your pet to the vet. Shock can rapidly set in after burning, so this will need to be addressed at the hospital.

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