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\"Shock\"Shock is defined as a lack of oxygen to the body’s tissues. It can be as a result of fluid loss after an accident but also cardiac or neurogenic problems. It may be there is a serious bleed, fracture or burn and fluids are lost from the body.<\/p>\n

Shock<\/a> is not always as a result of external bleeding as it could be an internal bleed that you cannot see. Internal bleeding can have delayed signs not appearing right away but the problem can be just as serious. An internal injury could be a car accident where they seem OK to start with and not obvious injuries but a few hours later, their condition goes downhill quickly.<\/p>\n

Shock<\/a> is a serious problem and can kill before the actual injury does as there is only so far that the body can compensate for a lack of blood. Once 40% blood loss occurs, this can be fatal but this figure can be a lot lower depending on the breed and the problem they have. When in shock the body increases the heartbeat to increase the blood<\/a> circulation and dilate the blood vessels to make the circulatory system smaller, but there is only so far this can be effective.<\/p>\n

Shock<\/a> can come on instantly or over hours or even days.<\/p>\n

Signs are:<\/p>\n