How to Give Your Shar Pei CPR

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation, also known as CPR, is a version of artificial respiration that includes assisting the hearth to beat.  The purpose of CPR is to keep oxygen moving to the lungs and blood circulating throughout the body.  The directions contained here apply to dogs.  While these instructions may be good in an emergency, it may be wise to check with your vet to establish the procedure that is best for your dog.

IF YOUR DOG IS NOT BREATHING
1.     Use your finger to clear any mucus or objects from the dogs mouth.
2.    Tilt the head back to straighten the airway passage.
3.    Hold the mouth shut using one hand and place your mouth over the dog’s nose and mouth making a tight seal.
4.    Blow into the nose while watching to see if the chest expands
If the chest DOES NOT expand:
Start over again by clearing the mouth
If the chest DOES expand:
Release your dog’s mouth so it can exhale.
5.    Repeat the breathing procedure once every five seconds until your dog is breathing normally or until your Vet or other Emergency technician is available to begin treatment.

IF YOU CANNOT DETECT A HEARTBEAT
1.    Place your dog in its right side.
2.    Put the heel of your hand on the ribcage, just behind the elbow
3.    Place your other hand on top of the first hand.
4.    Firmly press on the ribcage in quick, smooth movements.
5.    Depending on the size of your dog, press down 3-4 inches using both hands.
6.    The compression should last no longer than ½ second.
7.    The smaller the dog, the fewer inches of compression and less force are needed.
8.    At all times, try not to damage the ribcage.
9.    Repeat this procedure a total of 10 times.
If you still cannot detect a heartbeat:
Perform CPR as described above and alternate 10 chest compressions to 1 breath into your dog’s nose.

GET YOUR DOG TO A VET IMMEDIATELY!!!!