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YOUR PET FIRST AID KIT
- PLASTIC BOX - for storing all the first aid items
- BANDAGE SCISSORS
- RECTAL THERMOMETER
- LONG TWEEZERS or HEMOSTAT (or both - the hemostat, with padded ends, can be used to close up a wound quickly or if the dog is unconscious, it can be used to pull the tongue out and hold it out of the mouth to keep the airway open)
- SMALL FLASHLIGHT - for checking the eyes, ears, etc.
- 4"X4" GAUZE PADS (sponges)
- TWO ROLLS OF STERILE GAUZE (self cling)
- ONE ROLL OF ADHESIVE BANDAGE TAPE
- VELCRO STRAP or a ROLL OF NON STERILE GAUZE or a MUZZLE that fits your pet in the event of serious injury, a muzzle might be needed to keep your pet from accidently injuring you....and if you're injured, you won't be able to help your pet)
- WOODEN TONGUE DEPRESSORS
- ONE INSTANT ICE PACK (keep 4 during summer months) put these into a zip lock bag as they sometimes break open easily
- TWO ZIP LOCK BAGS (for collecting vomit and/or stools should the dog do either of these ... the sample might be useful by the Vet you take your pet to)
- A TUBE OF QUICK STOP or a STYPTIC STICK
- LATEX EXAM GLOVES (2 or more pairs)
- YOUR PET INFORMATION card taped to the inside top of the box (your name/address, vet name/address, pet name, date of birth, species, etc. ... in the event of an emergency this information is readily available)
- PAD and PEN for taking notes when checking the condition of the pet at the scene.
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He also recommended carrying a blanket or sheet and a 3'x1' 1/2" plywood board. In the case of a severe injury the animal can be carried on the board and the blanket/sheet used under the board to secure the dog to the board in a papoose. And when you travel or go to shows with your dog, make sure you have a cooler with COLD water for your dog so that in the event of over heating, you'll be able to cool your dog off immediately |
