An unexpected emergency can happen at any time. In all of the following cases, you should call your veterinarian immediately.
However, here are some things you can do at home to help until they can be seen.
Be careful when approaching an injured animal. Even your own pet might try to bite or scratch you if they are in pain. You can use a muzzle unless they are having difficulty breathing or if they are vomiting.
Carefully pick them up to transport them to the vet....Use a board if you suspect a back or neck injury. Put cats and small dogs in a box to carry them safely.
Use a towel or gauze to control bleeding.
Keep warm - they will often be in shock.
Look for any foreign objects in mouth or back of throat - be careful not to get bit !
Look at mucus membranes and tongue - they may turn blue if the animal isn't getting enough oxygen.
What was he/she doing before the seizure?
Was it a sudden collapse or did it come on slowly?
Is there violent thrashing, slight trembles, head shaking, or stiffness? Whole body or just one part?
Did your pet lose consciousness?
Take body temperature when seizure is over.
For diabetic, very young or very small animals you may have to administer corn syrup or honey.
Use a towel or pack of gauze to apply direct pressure.
material on top of the existing bandage - do not remove as this disrupts any clot that may have started.
Only use a tourniquet as a last resort.
For rat poison, antifreeze, human medications, chocolate or sugar free gum, induce vomiting by using a turkey baster or syringe to give hydrogen peroxide. For other poisons contact the National Animal Poison Control Center 800-548-2423, the ASPCA Poison Control (888) 426-4435 or your vet.
Keep the container so your vet knows exactly what was ingested.