Oxygen Masks for Pets
How often have you seen news headlines like “Pets Die in House Fire”? How often as a firefighter have you seen pets die in a fire and the devastating effect it has on the owner’s family? Most firefighters have seen people try to rush back into a burning building to save their pets because “they are part of the family”.
Fire death rate statistics in the US indicate that 4,000 people lose their lives annually in house fires. Many pets also lose their lives in fires, mostly due to smoke inhalation.
What if your department could save just ten percent of those pets? Would the smile on a child’s face say it all? Would you receive community support for the program?
What if your fire department had a system to administer oxygen to these pets? Today your firefighters probably stand by helplessly or try to use human oxygen masks to assist pets in distress. Because your current masks are not designed for animals they do not fit properly and it is difficult to get a seal. With the right equipment, firefighters may be able to save a pet's life.
Oxygen masks for pets are cone shaped with a rubber seal that goes over the snout creating a snug fit. The masks come in three sizes, small, medium and large to fit a variety of breeds. A flex O2line attaches the mask to the oxygen tank. These masks can mean the difference between life and death for an animal, as they create a better seal around the animal's nose, allowing oxygen to reach their lungs. Although the masks are very simple to use, firefighters should be provided with training for their correct application and use. Click here to view a video example of a dog being rescued by a fire department with the help of a pet oxygen mask.
Because we believe so strongly in the benefits of pet oxygen masks we have entered into an agreement with Wag'N Enterprises to distribute "O2 Fur Life" kits. For more about the Wag'N Fur Life Program please view the video below. To purchase a pet oxygen mask kit for your department click on the Pet Oxygen Mask link on our main menu.
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