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Dog First Aid Kit
This list of items is what
we use. We take this with us whether we are dogsledding or backpacking. The contents
are in a pouch that lashes to a dog pack. It is for minor injuries only, such
as cuts from rocks and tree branches, tick removal, abraded footpads, split nails,
etc.. Other, more severe injuries must be treated by a competent Veterinarian.
If a dog's limb must be immobilized, use sticks or something similar as splints
and VetWrap to secure it in place. Improvise a means of transporting the dog.
- Two rolls 4" VetWrap™
- Ten "Telfa" pads
2"x 4" *
- One roll of 1" vet tape
(nonstick)
- Surgical scissors (blunt
end on one jaw type)
- Small hair trimming scissors
- Nail trimmers
- Tweezers
- Bottle of 5 grain aspirin
(at least 50 tabs, use children's dose)
- Small bottle of 25 mg Benedryl™
(20 tabs, use children's dose)
- Small bottle of Hydrogen
Peroxide (at least 8 ounces)
- Tube of Neosporin™ ointment
(for wounds)
- Can of Bag Balm™ (for
footpads)
- A set of Nylon Boots (or
Fleece) for each dog
- Muzzle for dogs
* these are nonstick pads, don't use gauze pads if you can help
it
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