Pet Oxygen Mask

Some fire departments rescue more animals from fires than people.

In the past, they've used oxygen masks intended for humans to treat animals suffering from smoke inhalation and lack of oxygen.

Now fire companies nationwide are receiving specialized masks (above and below) used by veterinarians to enable a better fit on rescued animals.

Interestingly enough, individuals cannot buy these Australian-made pet oxygen masks; they are only sold to veterinarians by Smith Medical, the American distributor now helping to get them into fire stations across the country.

Here's a link to a story about the masks; the site includes a video.