Ravyk Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I've decided its high time I put together a doggy first aid. But my problem is...what do you put in a Dog First Aid Kit?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jigsaw Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Thanks for bringing up this topic! It's something I keep thinking of but haven't done. I guess a basic human first aid kit could be a starting point! But you could then add in stuff like Iodine ointment, vet wrap bandage (the one that sticks to itself), syringes (for flushing wounds), saline, thermometer, forceps, bandage scissors. I'm sure other people will come on with more stuff and we'll end up with a more comphensive list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nekhbet Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 (edited) I have : saline Brolene eye ointment super glue scissors haemostats syringe and needles elastoplast vet wrap cotton pads betadine cream a small pair of clippers to shave hair anti emetic tablets antibiotic tablets anti inflammatories (all drugs are dog safe and I know how to use them) the pretty much patches most things that may otherwise require a vet visit. Edited March 16, 2009 by Nekhbet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jigsaw Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 (edited) I have :saline Brolene eye ointment super glue scissors haemostats syringe and needles elastoplast vet wrap cotton pads betadine cream a small pair of clippers to shave hair anti emetic tablets antibiotic tablets anti inflammatories (all drugs are dog safe and I know how to use them) the pretty much patches most things that may otherwise require a vet visit. Super glue - what do you do with this??? Edited March 16, 2009 by Jigsaw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nekhbet Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 super glue is great for nicks in the skin or cuts. you pinch the skin, add a line of glue and try not to attach yourself to the dog never ever put IN the wound, you just for a coating on top to seal it back up. Heals nicely and by the time the glue falls off the wound is healed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cockerlover Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Rescue remedy ,Or & brandy for yourself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jigsaw Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 (edited) super glue is great for nicks in the skin or cuts. you pinch the skin, add a line of glue and try not to attach yourself to the dog never ever put IN the wound, you just for a coating on top to seal it back up. Heals nicely and by the time the glue falls off the wound is healed. Have heard of "glue" for human wounds! Maybe I should add a bottle of nail polish remover so I can unstick my fingers from the tube after I've glued the dog together! Then I can have the brandy and the Rescue Remedy! :p Edited March 16, 2009 by Jigsaw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanglen Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Something to induce vomiting! Or maybe that's just me, I own labradors! Splint and bandage Muzzle and lead for injured strays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arrow Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 the vet's phone number Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andisa Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Something to induce vomiting! Or maybe that's just me, I own labradors!Splint and bandage Muzzle and lead for injured strays lectric soda..available in the laundry section in the supermarket - and nope wasn't for a lab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edslaine Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Fantastic thread - thanks I'm going to get all this together. Edward's first aid kit will be better than mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trisven13 Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Please don't use superglue on him Edslaine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveisGolden Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Address & phone number of the nearest 24 hour emergency vet hospital if your vet doesn't offer 24 hour emergency service or as an alternative if there's a problem getting hold of your vet or you need an urgent second opinion. If you've never been there before you could also include a printout of the whereis.com directions as its best not to have to think in an emergency! Better still go for a drive and check it out before an emergency arises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonzawani Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Something to induce vomiting! Or maybe that's just me, I own labradors!Splint and bandage Muzzle and lead for injured strays ^ Hydrogen Peroxide Benadryl (Diphenhydramine hydrochloride) - Benadryl can help with: .Allegies/histaminic reactions -- in fact it can save lives, as well as stop itching from allergies. .Hay Fever (Atopia -- another allergy -- this one airborne). .Motion sickness Insomnia in dogs but not cats (note that it sometimes takes a long while to get un-drowsy). .Bee and hornet stings. Bonz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puggy_puggy Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 antihistamines Prednil Vet wrap swabs cotton buds syringes Rescue Remedy Panalog various eye drops and ointments Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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