We're thrilled to share expert insights from our vet, Dr. Heidi, as she dives into a topic every dog parent should know about: dog first aid 🩹 This complete video is now available to watch right here on our website!

Many dog parents assume they'll just "figure it out" if an emergency happens - but the truth is, having the right kit and knowing the right steps in advance can be the difference between a scary moment and a genuine crisis.

In this full video, Dr. Heidi walks through exactly what belongs in a dog first aid kit, how to tell real choking from a cough, when a wound needs a vet versus home care, and the everyday household items that could poison your dog.

In this session, Dr. Heidi covers:

• The essentials every dog first aid kit needs - plus the details to keep on hand, like your vet's after-hours number and your dog's normal weight and vitals
• How to recognise true choking, and the safe technique to help a choking dog (and what never to do)
• The difference between a wound you can treat at home and one that needs urgent vet care

How to Be Prepared for a Dog Emergency
Dr. Heidi also shares practical guidance to help you act fast when it matters:

• Know your dog's current weight, and their normal temperature, heart rate and breathing rate, so you can give accurate information over the phone in an emergency
• Keep common toxins - chocolate, grapes, xylitol, onions and garlic, human medications - well out of reach
• If you're ever unsure whether it's an emergency, call your after-hours vet team - a two-minute triage call can save a lot of stress

Watch the Full Session

This video is packed with expert advice on being ready for anything - from building your first aid kit to knowing exactly when to call the vet versus when it's safe to wait. Dr. Heidi also shares the correct (and incorrect) way to help a choking dog, and the household items that catch pet parents out most often.

🎥 Watch the full video here: Tail Talk Tuesdays - Dog First Aid

Being prepared starts with knowing what to look for - and giving your dog the best chance, every step of the way. 🐶