Carbon Monoxide Poisoning of Cat

The poisoning by carbon monoxide can be produced when ignitions are done in bad ventilation, heaters or kitchens to propane gas that have leaks. The leaks of old cars lack catalytic converters also they contain this gas. Never put the cat in his basket inside the garage. You do not put in danger trying to rescue the cat. Be sure first of having fresh air to breathe. Has the cat been exposed to possible leaks of carbon monoxide of a car or to smokes produced by the combustion of propane gas, and shows some of these symptoms?:

Apathy and weakness
Twitch.
Fever.
Red flushed color gums. YES
Apply CPR immediately

If the cat doesn't breath:

  1. Separate him of any another possibly danger
  2. Make the artificial breathing to him
  3. Do the CPR to him if the breathing and the heart are stopped
  4. If the breathing is renew, put in touch with his veterinarian to ask him more instructions.
  5. When it is possible, continue the CPR during the distance to the veterinary clinic; Take note that the animal needs immediate treatment.

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