Pet Emergencies
When a pet emergency strikes, it's important to be prepared. Prepping ahead of time will help you remain calm.

Life-Saving Tips for Dogs and Cats

How To Perform CPR on a Dog: CPR for Dogs
Veronica Higgs, DVM
How To Perform CPR on a Cat
Jennifer Coates, DVM
How to Perform the Heimlich Maneuver If Your Dog is Choking
Dr. Rania Gollakner
Heimlich Maneuver in Cats: How to Perform Heimlich Maneuver If a Cat Is Choking
Jamie Case, DVM
Pomeranian dog getting paw wrapped with gauze
10 Must-Have Items for Your Pet First-Aid Kit

The most important thing you can do in a pet emergency is remain calm. The second most important thing you can do is be prepared. When a pet emergency strikes, having an up-to-date first-aid kit...

Veronica Higgs, DVM
By

Veronica Higgs, DVM

Keeping Your Pet Safe All Year Long

How to Find a Lost Dog
Nicole Zittritsch, LVT, BSc, MPH
12 Hurricane Safety Tips for Pets
Sandra C. Mitchell, DVM, DABVP
How to Find a Lost Cat
PetMD Editorial
Blanket Safety for Pets
Barri J. Morrison, DVM

Learn More

Showing 1–8 of 22 articles

Heatstroke in Cats: Signs, Treatment, and Prevention
Jennifer S. Fryer, DVM
Urinary Tract Blockage in Cats
Veronica Higgs, DVM
Pet Fire Safety: How to Keep Pets Safe During a House Fire
Katrina Eresman
Cats and Caffeine: Can Cats Drink Coffee?
Pet Poison Helpline Veterinarian Team
Shock in Cats
Michael Kearley, DVM
Blood in Cat Urine
Katie Grzyb, DVM
What To Do in a Pet Emergency: 5 Key Steps
Laura Russell, DVM, MBA, DABVP
Electrocution in Cats
Michael Kearley, DVM

Learn More

little kid in santa hat cuddles with black dog during the holidays
Pet Holiday Corner
golden retriever getting an ultrasound from a veterinarian
Common Pet Procedures
pet insurance for dogs-a vet discusses pet insurance options with a woman and her dog
Pet Insurance