DOG FIRST AID KIT

Traveling with your dog?

 Find an easy to carry, durable box and start assembling a canine firt-aid kit in case of an unexpected emergency.

You will need:

Gauze - both rolls and pads

Adhesive or first-aid tape

Roll bandages that stretch and cling (i.e. VetWrap)

Hydrogen Peroxide for cleaning wounds and induce vomiting

Antiseptic Cream

Tweezers

Magnifying Glass

Scissors

Saline Solution or Eye Lubricant

Plastic Syringe to administer liquid medications

Ice Pack

Compact Thermal Blanket or Regular Blanket

Benedryl (Check with your vet for approval)

Anti-Diarrhea Medication for Dogs (Check with your vet for approval)

Written Prescriptions for any medications your dog takes regularly

Pet First-Aid Booklet

Telephone Numbers for you vet, a vet in the city that you are visiting, an after-hours emergency vet hospital, and the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center 888-426-4435

IF YOUR DOG GETS MOTION SICKNESS, PACK THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ALSO:

Ginger Snaps - these cookies sometimes will settle an upset stomach

Comfort Zone Spray - spray it in your dog's crate or onthe car seat where he/she may ride

Benadryl - with your vets approval

Prescription drugs if prescribed by your vet