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Suspected fracture / fall from height

Deformity, inability to bear weight and severe pain suggest fracture. Your job is not «reduction» — it's immobilization, pain control and fast transport.

⚠️ 🚨 Emergency

Fractured ends shift and cut tissue — never pull the injured limb.

🚨 First-aid steps

  1. 1Calm first: loosely wrap in a towel to prevent struggling
  2. 2Open fracture (bone visible): cover with clean dressing
  3. 3Splint with cardboard or rolled magazines alongside the limb, bandaged loosely
  4. 4Small pets: transport in a carrier lined with towels
  5. 5Large dogs: stretcher (blanket + two people), kept flat
  6. 6Note the fall height / mechanism and tell the vet

⛔ Never do this

  • ✕Don't attempt reduction yourself
  • ✕Don't give painkillers (human drugs are toxic to pets)
  • ✕Don't let the pet walk or jump

🏥 Go to the vet immediately if:

  • ⚠Every suspected fracture needs X-rays
  • ⚠Exposed bone, cold limb, or complete non-weight-bearing
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