I travel alot with my dog (we named him Superdog...don't ask!) and I keep a small dog first aid kit under the seat of my car for emergencies. More than once I've been glad I had it. I include dog treats, favorite toys, a spare leash and extra flea medication.
Nonstick bandages (i.e., Telfa pads) to protect wounds or control bleeding, towels and cloth
Gauze to wrap wounds or muzzle animal
Hydrogen peroxide (3 percent)
Milk of Magnesia or activated charcoal to absorb poison (Be sure to get the advice of your veterinarian or local poison control center before inducing vomiting or treating an animal for poisoning.)
Muzzle (soft cloth, rope, necktie or nylon stocking ) or use a towel to cover a small animal's head. Do not use in case of vomiting.
Stretcher (A door, board, blanket or floor mat)
Large syringe without needle or eyedropper (to give oral treatments)
Cell phone
You do not need a calling plan in order to make an emergency call to 911. Federal law mandates that any cell must be able to reach 911 regardless of the calling plan. So take an old phone you are not using anymore, charge it up and put it in your first aid kit. If you don't have an old phone you can pick up a phone for around $39 at stores like Target, Radio Shack and Walmart.
If money is an issue there are places that will give you a used cell phone for emeregency calls. Call any celluar phone company and they can give you more information
(This information provided by the American Animal Hospital Association)
The American Animal Hospital Association advises that you contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet is injured or ill. First aid and the recommended first aid kit are not a substitute for veterinary treatment. However, knowing basic first aid could help save your pet's life.
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