First Aid Kit For Your Dog
Seconds matter in an emergency. There is no time to scramble for emergency items in a crisis. If you don't yet have a first aid kit for your dog -- consider putting one together.
While nothing replaces your veterinarian, some things can be treated at home, and other treatments may help buy you time to get to the vet.
You may want to consider keeping this in your CAR if you travel with your pet often for park outings, events, and other activities.
- Benedryl -- 1mg per pound of weight for allergic reactions.
- Melatonin -- 1mg per 30-35 pounds for stress / anxiety
- Peroxide to induce vomiting
- Gas X (especially for dogs prone to bloat)
- Eye Wash
- Saline
- Triple Antibiotic ointment for minor wounds
- Hydro cortisone Cream
- Rubbing Alcohol
- Pepto Bismol
- Gauze
- Sterile / Non-adhesive Pads
- Vet Wrap / Self-adhering medical wrap
- Ace Bandages
- Gloves
- Hand Sanitizer
- Scissors
- Tweezers
- Muzzle
- Kennel Lead (can be used as emergency muzzle if necessary)
- Hemostats
- Rectal thermometer
- Ice Pack
- Water Bottle
- Splint (old paper towel roll?)
- Tongue Depressors
- Blanket
- Zippy bags
- Plastic Poop Bags
- CPR Guide:
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| Created by: American Red Cross |
- Vet Records - easily accessed including the dog's health record, medications, local and national poison control numbers, regular veterinary clinic hours and telephone numbers, and emergency clinic hours and telephone number.
- A list of your dogs medications and dosages
Phone Numbers:
Vet
Emergency Vet
Poison Control --- 888-426-4435
Take a look at the online app from American Red Cross for your phone
http://www.redcross.org/mobile-apps/pet-first-aid-app
Dana Brigman
The K9 Coach
Dog Training - Matthews, NC
980-339-8064
www.thek9-coach.com
info@thek9-coach.com
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