Had to share.... we all need to have this kit available or one similar.....
Dog owners can treat minor injuries for their pets if they have the appropriate remedies, tools, and equipment available. The following items were included in a first aid kit that the Cincinnati Veterinary Medical Association gave to police dog handlers at a recent workshop. A home first aid kit needs many of the same items.
Gauze sponges -- 50 four-by-four inch sponges, two per envelope Triple antibiotic ointment Rubbing alcohol Ear syringe -- two ounce capacity Ace self-adhering athletic bandage -- three-inch width White petroleum jelly (Vaseline or similar) Eye wash Sterile, non-adherent pads Pepto Bismol tablets Generic Benadryl capsules -- 25mg, for allergies Hydrocortisone acetate -- one percent cream Sterile stretch gauze bandage -- three inches by four yards Buffered aspirin Dermicil hypoallergenic cloth tape one inch by 10 yards Hydrogen peroxide Kaopectate tablets maximum strength Bandage scissors Custom splints Vet Rap bandageOther suggested items were:
Blanket
Tweezers
Muzzle
Hemostats
Rectal thermometer
Ziplock bags
Paperwork, including the dog's
health record
medications
local & national poison control numbers
veterinary clinic hours & phone numbers
emergency clinic hours & phone number
All of this is good advice... if you have thoughts or suggestions please post for everyone.....
Karolina Koolies
