Pet Instructor Skill Review
Course Content
- Introduction to your Pet First Aid Instructor refresher course
- Course introduction
- Dog First Aid and The Law
- The vet and your role in first aid
- The Role of the Dog First Aider
- When is Veterinary Care Required?
- Keeping your pet safe in an emergency
- Car Accidents
- Car Accidents - Injuries and Treatment
- Pet Proofing your home
- Please rescue my pets stickers
- Hand Hygiene
- Dog Microchipping
- Cat microchipping
- Precautions and Safety
- Pet Anatomy and Physiology
- First Aid Kits and Equipment
- Checking a Pets health
- Initial Assessment
- Checking Your Dog's Health and Finding Out What Is Normal
- Gum Colour
- Collecting a Urine Sample
- How Dogs Show Pain
- How Dogs Show Pain - Vets Comments
- Taking a Pulse
- Taking the Temperature
- Taking the Rectal Temperature
- Vital Signs
- Comprehensive Assessment and Checking Vital Signs Example
- Pet Accidents and First Aid
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - CPR
- Choking
- Bleeding Control
- Different Conditions you may see
- Breathing and Respiratory Problems
- Loss of Appetite
- Sneezing
- Lethargy
- Urination Problems
- Weakness in Animals
- Weakness and Collapse - additional vets comments
- Hair Loss and Skin Conditions
- Cataracts
- Dehydration in Dogs
- Clinical signs of dehydration in dogs and cats
- Hydration and rehydration in dogs
- Fluid balance in dogs and cats
- Oralade - treating dehydration
- Oralade for cats
- Oralade - The Science
- Injuries
- Suspected fractures
- Types of fractures on animals
- Dog Fractures Treatment
- Spinal injury and moving an injured dog
- Spinal Injuries
- Paw Problems
- Paws and Claws
- Nail and Claw Injuries
- Eye Injuries
- Eye Problems
- Ear Problems
- General Bandaging
- Bandaging the Ear
- Bandaging the Tail and Tail Injuries
- Bandaging the Body
- Fight Wounds
- Puncture Wounds
- Mouth and Dental Problems
- Animal bites and scratches on dogs
- Small Cuts, Scratches and Grazes
- Bandage aftercare
- Stings on animals
- Ibuprofen and pets
- Carbon Monoxide and dogs
- Poisoning
- Vet poison information line
- Inducing Vomiting in a Dog
- Inducing Vomiting - vets comments
- Snake Bites
- Dog Burns
- Chemical Burns
- Electrocution
- Electric Shocks
- Cruciate Ligament
- Falls From Height
- Illness
- Dogs and Illnesses
- Bloat and Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV)
- Why do dogs eat grass
- Why are Onions Toxic to Dogs
- Why is Chocolate Toxic to Dogs
- High Temperatures and Heatstroke
- Hyperthermia - Vets Comments
- Hypothermia Treatment
- Hypothermia - vets comments
- Vomiting in Animals
- Different Types and Causes of Vomiting
- Vomiting - vets comments
- Seizures and Epilepsy
- Diabetes
- Allergies in Dogs
- Allergic reactions
- Pancreatitis
- Cushings Disease
- Nose and Respiratory Problems - Vet
- Breathing Difficulties
- Coughing and kennel cough
- Kennel Cough - vets comments
- Diarrhoea in Animals
- Stomach Conditions
- Possible Causes of Blood in Dog Faeces
- Rabies
- Alabama Foot Rot
- Blue Green Algae
- Hip Dysplasia
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
- Pyometra
- Vestibular Syndrome
- Parasites that affect pets
- Cats
- Different types and sizes of animals
- Summary and Your Practical Session
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Get StartedAlthough it's often difficult to see, occasionally you will notice that your pet has a problem with its eyes. Symptoms of optical issues include noticing that they are uncomfortable in bright light, that they're closing or squinting their eyes. There may be a visible discharge from their eyes or you may see some degree of redness. Sometimes excessive blinking can also be an indication of an eye problem, plus of course, the obvious blindness or sight problems which you would notice were they to be running into things or not seeing toys or treats that you throw. When you look at your pet's eyes closely you may see a white or glazed area which could indicate cataracts, or there may be a physical cut in or around the eye which could indicate a level of bleeding. Some common eye conditions include: Corneal ulcers which are surface erosions within the eye. Ulcers can occur from a trauma to the eye, but can also be caused by a hair or eyelash that scratches against the eye, a problem with poor tear production or high intra-ocular pressure. Signs can often be a squinting or closing of the eye. The animal may attempt to relieve the pain by rubbing its eye with its paws or even on the ground. Ulcers are often not visible and can only be seen when the vet places a fluorescent staining in the eye to highlight them. Dogs have three eyelids, two of which are visible and one which is hidden. When this third eyelid is prolapsed, this can cause what’s called Cherry Eye and it will appear swollen at the corner nearest the nose. Treatment usually involves immediate surgery as permanent damage can occur to the tear gland, which will lead to further problems with their eyes in future. Glaucoma is something that you may have heard about in humans and indeed you may have had a pressure test at your opticians to test for this. Glaucoma can affect pets as well but it's often not noticed until it becomes serious when there is visible redness or cloudiness in the eyes, or there is obvious vision loss. Cataracts can be caused by certain diseases, genetics, or just age and can occur following trauma or inflammation. The clear part of the eye needed for focusing whitens and this impairs the animal's sight and may lead to blindness. If cataracts that are genetically passed on, they can occur at any age. Dogs that are Diabetic are extremely prone to cataracts but the correct balance of diet and exercise can help to control both conditions. Surgery can remove cataracts but is not always the best option. Conjunctivitis in dogs is also known as “pink eye” or “red eye” and is a common problem. It can occur as a result of an allergy, perhaps something as simple as pollen. Certain pathogens such as bacteria, viruses and fungi may all be responsible for conjunctivitis. Where it is caused by an infectious pathogen, be aware that this may be contagious and can be passed onto other animals very easily. Symptoms of conjunctivitis are a redness or occasionally a pinkish tinge around the eyes. A discharge is produced, anything from a watery liquid to a more serious pussy, mucous form. Vets will flush the eye and in some cases, antibiotics will be required. The discharge around the eye should be wiped off with a warm damp cloth and then wiped dry as soon as possible. It's important that you take a close look at your pet's eyes, so you know what is normal for them. Make regular checks so should you see a problem, you can act quickly and provide the appropriate care.
Understanding Common Pet Eye Conditions
Recognizing Pet Eye Problems
Signs of Optical Issues in Pets:
- Discomfort in bright light
- Closing or squinting of the eyes
- Visible eye discharge
- Redness in the eyes
- Excessive blinking
- Obvious blindness or vision problems
Common Pet Eye Conditions
Exploring Various Eye Problems:
- Corneal Ulcers: Surface erosions within the eye often caused by trauma, hair, or eyelash scratches.
- Cherry Eye: Swelling at the corner of the eye, requiring immediate surgery to prevent permanent tear gland damage.
- Glaucoma: May lead to redness, cloudiness, and vision loss; similar to the condition in humans.
- Cataracts: Can result from diseases, genetics, age, trauma, or inflammation, potentially leading to blindness.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye): Commonly caused by allergies or infectious pathogens, may require vet care and antibiotics.
Observing Your Pet's Eyes:
- Regularly check your pet's eyes to establish their normal appearance.
- Quickly address any unusual symptoms to provide timely care.
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