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June 25, 2021

First Aid Kit for Pets

A fully equipped household first aid kit contains almost all of the supplies you may need for your pets. A simple first aid kit for your pets should include these additional items in a waterproof container:

  • Latex (or hypoallergenic material) gloves
  • Gauze sponges ( a variety of sizes)
  • Gauze roll, 2-inch width
  • Material to make a splint
  • Adhesive tape, hypoallergenic
  • Non-adherent sterile pads
  • Small scissors
  • Grooming clippers or safety razor
  • Nylon leash
  • Towel
  • Muzzle
  • Compact emergency blanket (available in the camping department of many stores)
  • Water-based sterile lubricant
  • Hydrogen peroxide (3 percent)
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Topical antibiotic ointment
  • Epsom salts
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