What do paramedics at the scene of an road traffic accident if there is a dog in car?

Assessing Patient Needs

- Treat the human patients before giving veterinary care.

Human First Aid

- Immobilization, neck immobilization, and airway and breathing should be checked in human patients before veterinary care.

Veterinary Care

- Treat life threatening condition that may be affecting dogs.

- Stop excessive bleeding.

- Ensure airway is un obstructed and breathing is adequate if the dog has difficulty breathing.

Can't Leave Dogs

- If the canine patient appears to be in serious condition, the dog shouldn't be left in a vehicle to prevent further injuries or death.