{"id":2234,"date":"2019-02-25T17:05:42","date_gmt":"2019-02-25T22:05:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/orlando-dog-training\/?p=2234"},"modified":"2024-05-01T21:00:57","modified_gmt":"2024-05-02T01:00:57","slug":"building-your-doggie-first-aid-kit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/orlando-dog-training\/health-safety\/building-your-doggie-first-aid-kit\/","title":{"rendered":"Building Your Doggie First-Aid Kit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As pet parents, we always hope for the best when it comes to our furry family members&#8217; health and well-being. However, accidents can happen, so it&#8217;s important that you be prepared for the worst. You should always have a doggie first-aid kit on-hand at home and any time you travel. Here are some tips for what to include in your pet first-aid kit!<\/p>\n<h2>Medical Supplies<\/h2>\n<p>First and foremost, you should be adequately prepared with the proper medical supplies to treat any unforeseen wounds or health complications. We recommend the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hydrogen Peroxide &#8211; Hydrogen peroxide can be used to induce vomiting in your dog if they ingest something poisonous, but you should use it with caution. Always contact your vet or a poison control center to make sure you give your pup the proper amount.<\/li>\n<li>Gauze, Tape, Gloves, and Scissors &#8211; Gauze is crucial for stopping blood flow or acting as a temporary brace in some cases, and you should have tape and scissors to properly bandage your pup. Some gauze is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petdrugsonline.co.uk\/coflex-pet-bandages-for-animals?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIoo2Yv_XP4AIVipztCh3upgP6EAQYASABEgJJnPD_BwE\">self-adhesive<\/a>, which means it sticks to itself and not your pup&#8217;s fur. You may consider investing in some to minimize your dog&#8217;s pain!<\/li>\n<li>Alcohol wipes and antibiotic ointment &#8211; Any open wounds should be sterilized with alcohol wipes. Then, put <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B06WP7LGPT\/ref=asc_df_B06WP7LGPT58607672\/?tag=googshopuk-21&amp;creative=22110&amp;creativeASIN=B06WP7LGPT&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=309842998506&amp;hvpos=1o1&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=16989651066952338048&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9045997&amp;hvtargid=pla-357890431608&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\">antibiotic ointment<\/a> on the wound before the bandage. This will prevent infection!<\/li>\n<li>Medications &#8211; You should always have your dog&#8217;s prescription medications readily available in case of an emergency. If possible, ask for extras to keep in your first-aid kit at all times.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Food and Water<\/h2>\n<p>It may seem like common sense, but food and water are often forgotten in first-aid kits! You should have the following in your dog&#8217;s first-aid kit:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B06Y6F2W4Z\/ref=asc_df_B06Y6F2W4Z58599264\/?tag=googshopuk-21&amp;creative=22146&amp;creativeASIN=B06Y6F2W4Z&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=237404336331&amp;hvpos=1o2&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=8113267010197904310&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9045997&amp;hvtargid=pla-420246957790\">Collapsible travel bowl<\/a> &#8211; Almost as important as the food and water itself is the bowl to put it in! Collapsible travel bowls are a space-friendly way to keep your dog fed and hydrated.<\/li>\n<li>Bottled water &#8211; Especially if you and your pup are big hikers, you may not have access to running water when you need it most. Keep a water bottle in your first-aid kit to ensure you have some at the ready.<\/li>\n<li>Small packages of food &#8211; Bring some food along for your dog to stay energized, especially if you&#8217;re out and about. Additionally, small portions of food are a great way to distract your dog from any shock or pain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Paperwork<\/h2>\n<p>You should always have your dog&#8217;s vaccination and veterinarian records on hand. You should also have any and all emergency phone numbers available. You never know when you may need them!<\/p>\n<p>The most important thing to remember when making your doggie first-aid kit is that it&#8217;s better to be safe than sorry! Having a few extra bandages here and there is never a bad thing. 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