October 6, 2007

Yesterday, I put my DOGSAFE™ skills to use for the first time.

Our doberman puppy, Riley, was choking on a piece of stick and was showing all the signs that we learned about in the course; especially pawing at the mouth, rubbing his face on the ground, choking and gagging in total distress! I tried a few abdominal thrusts as we were taught, but
it didn't dislodge.

Jim ran to get the car to take him to the vet but in the meantime I did a few more abdominal thrusts and out it popped!

I'm so very grateful that I took the DOGSAFE course and I knew what to do. I cannot thank you enough!! Unfortunately, it may not be the last time I use these skills as he picks everything up in his mouth but at least I feel confident that I can help him right away if it happens again.

Sue Sator,
DOGSAFE Graduate, February 17, 2007

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