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I Tried To Do CPR On A Squirrel.
The day I was in an unexpectedly awkward situation with a Sheriff’s Deputy.
Many professionals are required to learn First Aid and CPR as part of their job responsibilities. I am one of those, but I also took the initiative to enhance my skills further by learning dog First Aid and CPR. Yes, there is indeed an animal CPR class, and it’s a great thing to learn for anyone who cares for pets.
In addition to the loving heart that most people talk about, I learned that a dog’s physical heart is located on the left side, just near the left elbow. This knowledge gave me a significant boost in confidence, far beyond what most would expect, as you will see in this story.
I frequently find myself driving along the highway and encounter stray or injured cats, dogs, and even a turtle. Each time, my heart goes out to them. Because of my knowledge and love of animals, I often feel compelled to stop and do whatever I can to help. This helps me cope with the fact that there are many animals in need, and it is impossible for me to help them all. I do what I can and when I can.
The most heart-wrenching moment I experienced was when I saw a large Staffordshire Terrier suddenly fly into the air, either struck by a car or he fell from the back of a truck. It was late at night on a dimly lit highway, and my instinct was to stop and…
