Ventilation and chest compressions are held for 5 sec at the end of the first minute and every few minutes after to determine whether the patient has responded. illustration; advanced cardiac life support; defibrillation; emergency cardiac care; See also: resuscitation.
Common tail injuries. An avulsion injury or nerve damage is damage to the tail caused by pulling which can affect the nerves and muscles. This injury usually occurs when a dog is hit by a car or the tail gets yanked very hard in some other way.
Sick Dog Symptoms at a glance. 1  1Dogs tell us when they are sick through behavioral changes and physical symptoms. 2  2Common symptoms of a sick dog include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, lack of appetite, and more. 3  3If you ever suspect that your dog is sick, contact your veterinarian right away.