DIY Doggy First Aid Kit

Are you looking to build your own doggy first aid kit? Read below to learn what you should include in a first-aid kit for Fido!

Do I Need A First Aid Kit?

Yes! You should always be prepared for an emergency. Then, you won’t feel helpless when an injury or emergency arises. This can happen in your home, around town, or when you are traveling. Also, you can help your canine and any other dogs that may need your assistance.

DIY First Aid Kit Essentials

• Paperwork

You should include the necessary paperwork in your first aid kit. This includes medical records, vaccination records, microchip info, health problems and medications, and emergency phone numbers.

• Digital Thermometer

If your pal feels unwell, you may need to take their temperature. So, carrying a rectal thermometer in your First Aid Kit would be best. Additionally, it would be best to prep the thermometer with some packets of petroleum jelly.

• Styptic Powder

Styptic powder helps to stop bleeding. This is useful if your pal gets nicked, cut, or cut their nails too short.

• Gauze

In addition to styptic powder, gauze can help stop bleeding. Gause pads can be used to wrap cuts and other wounds. We recommend light, latex-free gauze. Additionally, the larger your dog (or, the more dogs you have), the more cause you should include in your kit.

• Self-Adhering Tape

Self-adhering bandages work well to cover wounds or secure gauze on your pup.

• Cotton Balls

Cottom balls can help you clean up cuts or be used to apply medicine.

• Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide helps prevent infection and is great to have in your kit.

• Antibiotic

Antibiotic sprays and ointments treat cuts, sores, rashes, and dry skin.

• Syringes

Plastic syringes can be used to flush wounds or give oral medications to your pup. You should find non-toxic syringes that are suitable for feeding pets.

• Collapsible Bowl

You should carry food, water, and collapsable bowls in an emergency so your companion is constantly fed and hydrated!

• Scissors

To attend to your furry friend appropriately, scissors are needed to cut gauze and bandages.

• Tweezers

Tweezers help remove splinters or ticks from your dog. Additionally, you can carry a tick tool in your kit too.

• Flashlight

Any flashlight will help to provide better lighting as you give your companion medical treatment. You can also add a magnifying glass to your kit to help you get a better look at cuts and wounds your pal may incur.

• Thermal Blanket

A thermal blanket will warm your companion quickly in case of hypothermia or shock. Additionally, they can be folded to be compact, so they don’t take up a lot of space in your kit.

• Soft Muzzle

Your canine may become frantic in an emergency. So, a muzzle can help them from biting so you can give the appropriate care.

Use our list above when creating your own First Aid Kit for Fido!