What To Put In Your Canine First Aid Kit


    As anybody who's been around dogs knows, they are very good at getting themselves into trouble at times, and often when the vets are closed etc. For this reason it is a very good idea to keep a well-equipped first aid kit specifically for your dogs. And when traveling with your dog, take it with you! (whether it be a long camping trip in the woods, daytrip to a show or just a quick jaunt to the local park) Many people make up two kits so they can keep one in the car at all times.

    Important things to know when treating an ill patient:

    A dog's normal temperature is 99.5 - 102.2 F (cats 100-101.5 F)
    A dogs pulse is 60-120 beats a minute
    Respiration - 14-22 breaths per minute
    1 Teaspoon= 5 ml. or 5 cc
    1 Tablespoon=15 ml or 15 cc

    Things to include that can be used to treat dogs medically:

    Kaopectate - 1 teaspoon per 10 lbs
    Pepto bismol Tablets - 1 tablet per 40lbs - Liquid - 1 tsp per 15 lbs
    Benadryl (allergic reactions/bee stings etc.) - 1-2 mg. per lb. every 8 hours
    Aspirin - pain - 5 mg. per lb every 12 hours
    Honey - to raise blood sugar
    Hydrogen Peroxide to induce vomiting - 1 tsp per 10 lbs every 5 minutes

    Other Useful things to have in your first aid kit:

    Gauze
    Vetwrap
    Panty Hose (to use as a muzzle)
    Adhesive Tape
    Sterile Pads
    New Skin for burns
    Antibiotic ointment
    Betadine
    Rubbing Alcohol
    Saline Solution for eye rinse
    Vaseline
    Scissors
    Tweezers or Forceps
    Hemostats
    Wire Cutters
    Ice Pack
    Clean Cloth for washing areas
    Syringe
    Latex Gloves
    Instant Heat Pack
    Stick to use as a splint
    Nail Clippers
    Thermometer (rectal or digital type)
    Bulb syringe
    Cotton Balls and QTips
    Safety Pins
    Razor Blade
    Needle
    Ear Wash

    Always have your vet's number handy - regular and emergency numbers!


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