Creating A Doggy First Aid Kit

Most people have some sort of first aid kit for themselves.  If you get hurt, you can find a bandage and whatever else you need to treat the injury. However, few people have a first aid kit for their dog.  While human and canine first aid kits have some things in common, there are also some extra things you need for your dog.  Some things should be left out of your doggy kit, too.   Human kits usually contain some sort of over the counter pain reliever and these may be dangerous or even deadly to your dog.  Let your veterinarian suggest extra items you need if your dog has special health needs. Finally, many people find it is a good idea to make two kits:  one for your home and one for your car, in case your dog is injured at the dog park or other location while out and about.

These are the things you should have in your doggy first aid kit:

Hopefully, you will never need to use this first aid kit.  However, having these things can save your dog’s life if he is injured.

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