by Sean Smarick, VMD, DACVECC | Dec 1, 2020 | For Pet Parents
There are a handful of basic pathologies that lead to hypoxemia (low level of oxygen in the blood). Pathologies that may cause hypoxemia A decreased amount of oxygen in the environment Hypoventilation (not being able to get enough air in and out of the lungs)...
by Sean Smarick, VMD, DACVECC | Dec 1, 2020 | For Pet Parents
A pet owner using Pawprint Oxygen’s Transport and Rescue system to provide oxygen therapy to her dog. The portable system allows pet owners to safely administer oxygen therapy at home and during transport. Considering that pets cannot communicate when their...
by Sean Smarick, VMD, DACVECC | Nov 16, 2020 | For Pet Parents
Pawprint Oxygen Canisters are a source of rescue oxygen enabling veterinarians and pet parents to provide quick, on-the-spot oxygen supplementation to pets experiencing hypoxemia (lack of oxygen in the blood) and respiratory distress (trouble breathing). As directed...
by Sean Smarick, VMD, DACVECC | Nov 10, 2020 | For Pet Parents
Pawprint Oxygen presents a Rescue Oxygen System for pets consisting of portable and safe Pawprint Oxygen Canisters, a fixed-flow Regulator, and a Pet Oxygen Mask. This system is affordable and convenient, enabling pet parents to administer oxygen in a variety of...
by Sean Smarick, VMD, DACVECC | Nov 6, 2020 | For Pet Parents
Be prepared and make sure every puppy or kitten is given a chance at life. Hypoxemia, or low blood oxygen levels, is a major contributor to fading puppy/kitten syndrome i.e. “poor doers.” If left untreated, hypoxemia leads to a slow and weak heartbeat and can...