My dog's arm is swollen around the IV. What should I do right now?

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My dogs arm that has an IV cannula seems to be swollen. What should I do?? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 4 years and 11 months old

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

The Cannula needs to be removed and put back on the other leg, it's usually a sign that the vein is blown and the cannula is not working anymore. you need to take Zachi to the vet ASAP in order to have it done, if you can't take him today you will have to remove the cannula yourself, after you remove it you need to apply pressure with a clean gauze on the vein for 1-2 minutes to stop the bleeding.

My dog's arm is swollen around the IV. What should I do right now?

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