Pet First Aid Kit
Having a First Aid Kit for your dog could be a life-saver, or at least relieve minor injuries. But remember, having a First Aid Kit is no substitute for competent Veterinary care. In an emergency, it will only assist in stabilizing your dog until you get him to the Veterinarian.
What you have in your First Aid Kit may depend on how active you and your dog are. But even if you remain around home and take neighborhood walks, you should have at least a basic set of First Aid supplies.
What you have in your First Aid Kit may depend on how active you and your dog are. But even if you remain around home and take neighborhood walks, you should have at least a basic set of First Aid supplies.
The Basic Kit
A basic First Aid Kit should contain the following supplies:
A properly marked container
Up to date List of emergency phone numbers including those for your pet’s veterinarian, an Afterhours emergency veterinary hospital, and the National Animal Poison Control Center (1-888-426-4435 inside the U.S.) and money to make a phone call.
Pet Info or Medical Records (summary)
First Aid book for pets
Paper and Pencil
Non-Latex Gloves
Thermometer and water-based lubricant
Scissors
Tweezers
Syringe - baby medicine dose type
Styptic Powder
Instant Cold Pack
Antibacterial Cleanser
Cotton Balls/pads
Topical Antibiotic Ointment
Rolled Gauze
Adhesive Tape - Hypoallergenic
A properly marked container
Up to date List of emergency phone numbers including those for your pet’s veterinarian, an Afterhours emergency veterinary hospital, and the National Animal Poison Control Center (1-888-426-4435 inside the U.S.) and money to make a phone call.
Pet Info or Medical Records (summary)
First Aid book for pets
Paper and Pencil
Non-Latex Gloves
Thermometer and water-based lubricant
Scissors
Tweezers
Syringe - baby medicine dose type
Styptic Powder
Instant Cold Pack
Antibacterial Cleanser
Cotton Balls/pads
Topical Antibiotic Ointment
Rolled Gauze
Adhesive Tape - Hypoallergenic
the Advanced Kits
An advanced First Aid Kit should contain the Basic Kit supplies as well as the following supplies:
Tools
Eyedropper
Magnifying glass
Grooming clippers or safety razor
Needle-nose pliers
Medicine / Medical supplies
Sterile eye lubricant
Sterile saline wash
Hydrogen peroxide (3 percent)
Rubbing alcohol
Diphenhydramine, if approved by your veterinarian
Insect sting stop pads
Glucose paste or syrup
Tongue depressors
Gauze sponges (a variety of sizes - 2x2 inch; 4x4 inch)
Gauze roll, 2-inch width
Elastic cling bandage (also known as Vet Tape
Material to make a splint
Non-adherent sterile pads
Antiseptic towelettes
Household items / Dog Items
Nylon leash
Muzzle
Cotton-tipped swabs
Towel
Safety pins (medium size 4)
Compact emergency “blanket” (Mylar foil type often available in the camping department of many stores)
Epsom salts
Plastic card (such as old credit card) to scrape away stingers
Petroleum jelly
Penlight with batteries (AA)
Clean cloth
Tools
Eyedropper
Magnifying glass
Grooming clippers or safety razor
Needle-nose pliers
Medicine / Medical supplies
Sterile eye lubricant
Sterile saline wash
Hydrogen peroxide (3 percent)
Rubbing alcohol
Diphenhydramine, if approved by your veterinarian
Insect sting stop pads
Glucose paste or syrup
Tongue depressors
Gauze sponges (a variety of sizes - 2x2 inch; 4x4 inch)
Gauze roll, 2-inch width
Elastic cling bandage (also known as Vet Tape
Material to make a splint
Non-adherent sterile pads
Antiseptic towelettes
Household items / Dog Items
Nylon leash
Muzzle
Cotton-tipped swabs
Towel
Safety pins (medium size 4)
Compact emergency “blanket” (Mylar foil type often available in the camping department of many stores)
Epsom salts
Plastic card (such as old credit card) to scrape away stingers
Petroleum jelly
Penlight with batteries (AA)
Clean cloth
Disaster Preparedness Kit
Having a disaster preparedness kit for your pets will assist you in caring for your dog should the need arise. Whether you live in an area where you may have Major Weather Events like Blizzards, Hurricanes or Tornadoes; or a higher than normal chance for Natural Disasters like Earthquakes, Fires, Flooding or Volcanic Eruptions, preparing for the unthinkable can help you, and your dog make it through rough times.
A backpack or easy to grab and carry container holding all necessary supplies for 3-5 days can bring you through an initial crisis until you can resettle.
A Disaster Preparedness Kit for your Dog should contain:
Pet First Aid Kit
A Disaster Plan that is practical including information about where you can safely house your pet and yourself, and a way for family or friends to reach you.
Bottled water to last a minumum 3-7 days
Shelf Stable Food to last a minimum 3-7 days
Manual Can Opener
Food/Water Dishes
Extra Collar & Leash
Garbage Bags
Extra Blanket
Pet Rescue Alert Stickers
Kennel for Emergency Transport
One of the most important elements for Disaster Preparedness is to also have a Kit for Human member of your family so you can take care of your pets.Any Disaster Kit should be properly maintained with supplies in waterproof containers and stored in a cool dry place you can easily get to. Food and water should be changed every six months.
A backpack or easy to grab and carry container holding all necessary supplies for 3-5 days can bring you through an initial crisis until you can resettle.
A Disaster Preparedness Kit for your Dog should contain:
Pet First Aid Kit
A Disaster Plan that is practical including information about where you can safely house your pet and yourself, and a way for family or friends to reach you.
Bottled water to last a minumum 3-7 days
Shelf Stable Food to last a minimum 3-7 days
Manual Can Opener
Food/Water Dishes
Extra Collar & Leash
Garbage Bags
Extra Blanket
Pet Rescue Alert Stickers
Kennel for Emergency Transport
One of the most important elements for Disaster Preparedness is to also have a Kit for Human member of your family so you can take care of your pets.Any Disaster Kit should be properly maintained with supplies in waterproof containers and stored in a cool dry place you can easily get to. Food and water should be changed every six months.