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Summary: Could be better
Review: Dr. Bamberger, like many veterinarian authors of care text, is rightly concerned that pet owners see experts as soon as possible. The text is clear, informative, and helpful, and has some good basic techniques as far as it goes. They are most helpful if you have on hand veterinary supplies (sterile gauze, Ace bandages, etc)--hopefully, in an emergency situation you'll be able to put your hand on such things! Also, an awful lot of the text seems to concentrate on what NOT to do--this is important, but owners would be better served with emphasis on what can be done. This is a complaint I have about nearly all the pet first aid books I've seen. Also, since the book was published in 1993, I also wonder how up-to-date information may be. The more recent book, "First-Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats" is the best I've seen on this topic to date. Like Dr. Bamberger's book, it relies on the expertise of veterinarians (a whole slew of them!); offers tips for using materials you already have on hand (Saran wrap, for example, to seal a "sucking" chest wound or keep wounds/bandages clean without sticking to fur); and also includes both preventative and follow up care information. It also includes "minor" emergencies such as broken toenails, hot spots, lick sores, even tooth problems---and not so common problems including what to do about jellyfish stings.
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Summary: Returned without reading
Review: When I received this book, I looked up the first two emergencies I had with my new Greyhound. Neither situation (dislocated toe, broken nail) was listed, so I returned the book without reading further.
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