{"product_id":"k9-first-aid-handbook","title":"K9 First Aid Handbook for Working Dogs","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eK9 First Aid Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southernk9systems.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Southern K9 Systems\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSouthern K9 Systems\u003c\/a\u003e is a field-ready dog first aid book written by an experienced Military Working Dog handler and canine first aid trainer, backed by current evidence-based veterinary literature. It gives handlers, hunters and domestic owners the steps to respond confidently to canine emergencies, from everyday issues to time-critical incidents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopics covered:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment:\u003c\/strong\u003e quick, accurate techniques to identify health issues and prioritise treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMuzzling guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e how to safely muzzle a working dog before treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNormal physiological parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e vital signs of a healthy dog so you can recognise abnormalities fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency assessment and management:\u003c\/strong\u003e calm, thorough assessment in safer settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrauma:\u003c\/strong\u003e prompt interventions for traumatic injuries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHaemorrhage control:\u003c\/strong\u003e bandaging and tourniquet use to manage bleeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChest trauma:\u003c\/strong\u003e identifying and stabilising chest injuries and breathing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLacerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e cleaning, dressing and closing wounds to prevent infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFractures:\u003c\/strong\u003e immobilising and supporting broken bones until veterinary care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoisoning:\u003c\/strong\u003e recognition and initial management of common toxins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to be carried with your first aid kit, the handbook is structured for fast lookup under pressure. Whether you handle detection or protection dogs, hunt with gun dogs, or want to give your family pet a better chance in an emergency, this guide builds the knowledge and confidence to act before you reach a vet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern K9 Systems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48184435474665,"sku":"SKS-K9FAHB","price":26.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/9627\/5849\/files\/Untitleddesign_14.png?v=1741655443","url":"https:\/\/gremed.au\/products\/k9-first-aid-handbook","provider":"MyMedEquip","version":"1.0","type":"link"}