CANINE FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY CARE
By: Dr. Mike Lappin, DVM
HYPOTHERMIA, FROSTBITE
Prolonged exposure to cold air and cold water temperatures
Symptoms:
1. Sluggish
2. Low body temperature
3. Weakness
4. Frostbite, usually on ears, tail, nose
First Aid Treatment:
1. Wrap animal in blanket, and warm with gentle heat
2. Frostbite. Warm frozen areas with moist heat.