| Paged to respond to frantic call about a dog hanging by its chain in a backyard in S. Toledo, possibly choking to death. While en route received additional call informing me that the dog was no longer moving, presumable dead. Upon approach, I observed the dog hanging by the chain lifelessly, immediately unhooked the chain and gave the animal two light chest compressions. Positive response, apparently just had the wind knocked out of him. Transported frightened dog to TAHS for TLC from staff. Successful adoption.
Called to assist a homeless cat that had its head stuck in a corn can. Animal unable to see, and had managed to position itself inside the wheel of a concerned citizen’s pickup truck. Transported the frightened animal to TAHS vet where health care staff calmed the cat and eased the can off her head. Observed no injuries, except to the cat’s pride. Adopted by staff member (me).
Received an urgent phone call from a person wishing to remain anonymous stating that there was a very sick puppy in a neighbor’s back yard. Caller said the puppy’s littermate had died the day before and was concerned that the remaining pup would not last much longer. Responded immediately to find the 4-month old pup lying in wet grass, too weak to get up. Rushed pup to TAHS for vet car. Treatment received for dehydration and severe malnutrition. Pup responded immediately to medical care.
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