CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It is a lifesaving technique that can be used to restart a person's or animal's heart and breathing.
CPR should be used if your dog or puppy is not breathing or their heart has stopped beating.
To perform chest compressions, place your hands on your dog's chest, just behind their front legs.
To give rescue breaths, pinch your dog's nose closed and cover their mouth with yours. Blow into their mouth until their chest rises.
Continue CPR until your dog or puppy starts breathing and their heart starts beating on their own.
You can stop CPR if your dog or puppy starts breathing and their heart starts beating on their own.
After you have performed CPR, it is important to get your dog or puppy to a veterinarian as soon as possible.