Burns & Scalds

Accidents, especially with new puppies are very common. Hot liquids or oils in pots if touched can cause a serious thermal burn. Heating pads if not used correctly can cause radiant heat burns similar to sunburn.

Other common burns include:

• chewing on electrical cords
• smoke inhalation
• jumping into hot bath water
• walking across cooker rings
• lying in front of the fire (some dogs are just too comfortable to move!)
• chemical spills

Cool the burned area with cold water as quickly as possible. Cover with damp towels. If the injury is due to a caustic substance, wash with plenty of cold water. If in the mouth press cloths soaked in clean cold water between the jaws.