Whether it’s catching ticks in the bushes, getting minor scratches on a hike or ingesting something he shouldn’t, your energetic furry friend is bound to get into some uncomfortable situations. And when these little annoyances occur, you’ll be glad to have a dedicated first-aid kit on hand. This will usually save you a visit to the vet or, in the worst case, will be a great help until you can take your pet to the emergency room. But in any case, whether you are in the safety of your home or on the move, being prepared for any eventuality will give you peace of mind.
For your pet
A first aid kit should first contain an up-to-date copy of your pet’s medical records. This includes health-related documents such as the pet’s health record, vaccination history, vet’s phone number and, if possible, the phone number of the nearest 24-hour emergency vet. Also, get a list of animal poison control centres. This will be of great help in case of poisoning. Collect everything in a waterproof container or envelope.
Putting together your pet’s first aid kit
The basics
The basics of a pet’s first-aid kit are pretty much the same as for humans. Antiseptics, compresses, cotton wools, sterile dressings, rolls of gauze, tweezers, round-tipped scissors, nail clippers… these tools are generally enough to treat small injuries.
Little extras to have in your first aid kit
Apart from the basics, there are a few other things we need to think about. Eye lotion, for example, is one of the hygiene and care products you should have when you have a pet. This type of cleanser is essential before applying any treatment product. It would therefore be wise to keep one in your kit. Vetobiol offers this Organic Dog and Cat Eye Lotion to clean the eye area and eyelids. Very gentle, it removes crusts, dust, as well as secretions likely to cause infections. This alcohol-free formula can also be used for the muzzle and nose. Vetobiol also recommends the Organic Natural Itchy Dog and Cat Lotion. Sprayed regularly on the coat, this 100% organic solution, composed of Tea tree,aloe vera and ravintsara, will certainly relieve your pet’s skin in case of itching, whether it is internal or external. To get rid of ticks, which are blood-sucking and disease-transmitting parasites, we can opt for the Beaphar Double Head Tick Puller. The specific and ergonomic shape of this Tick Boy allows the removal of the tick attached to its host in its entirety. This is very important in order to keep the tick intact and to avoid the spread of the contents of its abdomen. All first aid kits should also contain broad spectrum dewormers. VermiScan Scanil Dog Wormer Clément Thékan 4 Tablets effectively eliminates tapeworms and roundworms in one dose. It can be used on growing and pregnant dogs.
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