{"id":1065,"date":"2020-10-03T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-03T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.daysmart.com\/pet\/blog\/dog-first-aid-kit\/"},"modified":"2024-12-24T13:34:22","modified_gmt":"2024-12-24T13:34:22","slug":"dog-first-aid-kit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.daysmart.com\/pet\/blog\/dog-first-aid-kit\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make a Dog First Aid Kit"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Forty percent<\/a> of people would save their pet\u2019s life over that of a stranger. But, are you actually prepared to treat your pet if an emergency should occur? Just as you should have a first aid kit for you and your family, it\u2019s vital to have a dog first aid kit ready to go for those times your canine friends need medical assistance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it\u2019s always best to seek professional veterinary treatment, if you\u2019re away on vacation<\/a> or facing a natural disaster, that might not be possible. Which is why you need to be ready to care for your dog with all the essential dog medical supplies you could possibly need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on to find out everything that first aid kits for dogs should include.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dog First Aid Kit Essentials <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you may need extra items depending on your dog\u2019s breed and medical history, here are the essential supplies that should be in every dog emergency kit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paperwork and Phone Numbers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In an emergency, you\u2019ll want all of your dog\u2019s information to hand. Keep a printed copy of all their medical records, prescriptions, and vaccination records. If your dog needs urgent medical attention while you\u2019re away from home, this will help an emergency vet provide better care. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also wise to keep a list of emergency phone numbers in your pet first aid kit. This way, if your phone is lost or out of battery, you\u2019ll still have easy access to these numbers, as will anyone who dog sits for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dog First Aid Kit Manual<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A book or manual on dog first aid, like the one by the Red Cross, is another essential resource for your pet emergency kit. No matter how much you think you know, it\u2019s always a good idea to have professional advice to hand if you can\u2019t get in touch with an emergency vet or helpline. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dog First Aid Kit Tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

First aid kits for dogs should include these must-have tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n