BillyMalc Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Right before we took off on our first camping trip (as in: an hour, while shopping in PAH ) I had a look at doggie first aid kits. Apart from the saline pods that seemed useful I thought they were charging a whole lot of money for things that you would find in a regular first aid kit (which I already have). Meanwhile, stuff that I bought years ago has either disappeared or is out of date, so into the bin that went. Now what with a summer of camping and all sorts of fun n games, I'd like to assemble a decent doggie first aid kit meself. I've already got: tweezers scissors with blunt tops vetwrap in 2 different sizes freeze spray for ticks tick remover assorted bandages tape antibacterial cream (that might be out of date ) What have you got in your first aid kit that you've found very useful, or think that would come in useful while out on a trip? I'm trying to pack a small sized one for when we're out for the day, and a few additions to leave in the car, "just in case". Suggestions please, thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 similar stuff to yours, and i also have... anti histamene tablets iodene spray neem oil pipe lagging Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyMalc Posted June 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Thanx Helly Do you use the neem oil undiluted and what do you use it for? I bought the stuff ages ago, and I think it was for disinfecting "something on somebody", but I used 1 part neem oil to 10 parts base oil. Would pipe lagging be to use as a splint for broken bones per chance? Will get some anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zico's mum Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 Magnifying glass - cause I can't see close up without glasses on to remove thorns etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spins4me Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 There's a list of suggested items here: http://animals.howstuffworks.com/pets/how-...to-your-dog.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Posted June 16, 2009 Report Share Posted June 16, 2009 The neem oil i use neat, but very sparingly applied with cotton wool. its also a very good fly repellant for human use, and good for cleaning human wounds as well as dogs. pipe lagging ( the foamy type stuff with a cut down one side that slides onto a pipe)- tail injuries! when your dog has bashed its tail and you need to protect it temporarily, wrap a bit of bandage round the end of the tail, pop on a piece of pipe lagging and bandage that to the first bandage. especially good for a very waggy happy dog who doesnt appreciate the wonder of blood spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyMalc Posted June 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 There's a list of suggested items here: http://animals.howstuffworks.com/pets/how-...to-your-dog.htm Ah, will have a look at that, thank you! The neem oil i use neat, but very sparingly applied with cotton wool. its also a very good fly repellant for human use, and good for cleaning human wounds as well as dogs. pipe lagging ( the foamy type stuff with a cut down one side that slides onto a pipe)- tail injuries! when your dog has bashed its tail and you need to protect it temporarily, wrap a bit of bandage round the end of the tail, pop on a piece of pipe lagging and bandage that to the first bandage. especially good for a very waggy happy dog who doesnt appreciate the wonder of blood spray Hmm, I can see neem oil being a good fly repellant, it would repel everything else as well Won't try it when at the OC camping weekend! Hmmm, won't need pipe lagging in that case, as my hooligans don't have long, thin tails, and def don't wag them when they are hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safneo Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 I went on a first aid course a few weeks ago and got my kit from here. Animal Aiders It was discounted for going on the course I think. It gives you a list of what they include if that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngieK9 Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Anti-bacterial wipes, zinc cream, sterile water, witch hazel, cotton wool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purple_mog Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Extra stuff I carry (I take a basic human first aid kit designed for going up hills plus these) anti-bacterial spray to clean your hands arnica rescue remedy spray (easier to get into dogs and humans) soft fabric muzzle spare lead And some special items you may not need valium tablets for Finn (use as a memory blocker in case of trauma/noises) Ignatia spray for hysteria or panic for Finn Animal sunblock for Farah's pink bits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddyboy Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 (edited) Like Purple Mog I have the basic human one plus Wet Wipes Sunblock for doglets noses Diazipan Tube for Toastie just in case Asprin - years ago when Em's face swelled up the emergency vet suggested that rather than taking her in and it costing a fortune to give her half an asprin as it sounded like an allergic reaction... I did, it worked, so carry some just in case now. Edited June 17, 2009 by buddyboy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griff Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Hmm, I can see neem oil being a good fly repellant, it would repel everything else as well Won't try it when at the OC camping weekend! lol i agree it may me throw up i have some of that liquid plaster stuff, i thnk it is good for animals as you can't really stick a plaster to furry bits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lester Posted July 11, 2009 Report Share Posted July 11, 2009 Tubes of eyewash solution, space blanket thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranirottie Posted July 12, 2009 Report Share Posted July 12, 2009 we have one first aid kit shared between humans and dogs x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathyw Posted July 12, 2009 Report Share Posted July 12, 2009 Emergency Essence is Bach Flower Remedy - like rescue but stronger for shock etc. It's in a spray bottle and you just spray around the animal (or person). I keep one in my dogwalking bag, one in the car and one at home. I also got some disposable bootees in 3 sizes - keep wound clean in emergency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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