What should I do if my dog is bleeding?

Apply direct pressure with a clean cloth, elevate the wound if possible, and seek veterinary care immediately for severe bleeding.

How do I know if my dog is having a seizure?

Signs include uncontrolled shaking, falling over, drooling, loss of consciousness, and paddling motions. Keep your dog safe, time the seizure, and contact your vet.

What are the signs of heatstroke in dogs?

Heavy panting, drooling, red gums, vomiting, diarrhea, and collapse. Move your dog to a cool area, apply cool (not cold) water, and seek emergency vet care.

Accessibility | Paws Emergency

Our Commitment

Paws Emergency is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Conformance Status

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.

Visual

High contrast color schemes
Resizable text up to 200%
Alt text for all images
Clear visual hierarchy

Auditory

Visual alternatives for audio
No audio auto-play
Text-based notifications
Captions for video content

Motor

Large touch targets (44x44px min)
No time-limited interactions
Skip navigation links
Single-pointer gestures

Keyboard

Full keyboard navigation
Visible focus indicators
Logical tab order
Keyboard shortcuts (⌘K search)

Accessibility Features

Screen Reader Support

Our app is designed to work with popular screen readers including:

VoiceOver (iOS/macOS)
TalkBack (Android)
NVDA (Windows)
JAWS (Windows)

Voice Control

Paws Emergency includes voice command support for hands-free operation during emergencies. Say "Emergency" or "Help" to activate voice-guided assistance.

Color and Contrast

We maintain a minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Color is never the only means of conveying information.

Motion and Animation

Animations respect the "reduce motion" system preference. Users who have enabled reduced motion in their device settings will see simplified transitions.

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some limitations exist:

Some third-party map components may have limited accessibility
PDF exports may require additional accessibility processing
Real-time chat features may have delayed screen reader announcements

Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Paws Emergency. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

Email: [email protected]
Response time: Within 2 business days

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of Paws Emergency relies on the following technologies:

HTML5
WAI-ARIA
CSS
JavaScript

These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.

Assessment Approach

Paws Emergency assesses accessibility through:

Self-evaluation using automated testing tools
Manual testing with assistive technologies
User feedback and testing
Regular accessibility audits

Emergency Guides

Accessibility Statement