First Aid for Dogs: Shock, Rescue Breathing, and CPR

Shock or failure to breathe is an emergency. Contact veterinary emergency services immediately and follow professional guidance on first aid and resuscitation.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.