FIRST AID KITS FOR PETS
PUTTING TOGETHER YOUR OWN FIRST AID KIT FOR YOUR DOG OR CAT
WHY DO YOU NEED A PET FIRST AID KIT?
Your first line of defense in any pet-related medical emergency is having the tools and supplies you need to render immediate aid to an injured dog or cat, especially if the pet needs time sensitive life-saving help.
Whether you're dealing with a minor scrape on your dog from trying to squeeze through a rose bush or your cat suffering a severe injury to a limb from jumping off the roof, having the supplies and tools to manage these injuries is critical to have on hand.
A well organized and fully stocked pet first aid kit, sets you up for success and increases the chances of a favorable outcome for your dog or cat.
Having a pet first aid kit gives you immediate access to the supplies needed to help your dog or cat, while reducing the stress on you and your pet before you can get to the vet team.
A well organized and fully stocked pet first aid kit, sets you up for success and increases the chances of a favorable outcome for your dog or cat.
Having a pet first aid kit gives you immediate access to the supplies needed to help your dog or cat, while reducing the stress on you and your pet before you can get to the vet team.
WHAT SHOULD BE IN A PET FIRST AID KIT?
Any pet first aid kit you put together should align with your specific pet (dog or cat). Although there are some items that can be used for dogs and cats, there are some items that are strictly species specific.
Although you can purchase a "ready-to-go" pet first aid kit online or at your local pet retail store, it's highly recommended that you put together your own pet first aid kit.
Many pre-packaged pet first aid kits will not have all the pet first aid supplies to meet the needs of your pet or pets if you have multiple dogs and/or cats at home. Some "ready-to-go" kits also have low quality, damaged, or expired items. Another downside is some "ready-to-go" kits come with a pet first aid instruction booklet that provides outdated or completely incorrect information and guidance.
Putting together your own customized pet first aid kit is a lot easier than many think and if and when the time comes, you'll know you have exactly what you need for your pet.
Click the button below to download The Pet Medic's pet first aid checklist for dogs and cats.
You can also visit The Pet Medic's Amazon Storefront to shop for pet first aid kit items or get a little inspiration for your DIY Pet First Aid Kit project.