Okay, with all the discussion over supplements, aches and pains of our dogs, etc. Just thought I would put this out there---what's in your dog's first aid kit???
I will be honest, the dogs kit is much more compelete then the human one in the house. Here's a few items that I carry:
Hydrogen Peroxide--to induce vomiting and clean wounds
EMT gel-wound product
TAO-triple antibiotic ointment for eyes
Pepto-for upset stomachs
Imodium-for diaherra--but am careful of it's use with my colles and GSD in the house
Multiple sizes of syringes for dosing meds or flushing wounds
Gauze
Large maxi pads-yes, for the dogs, great for packing a large wound in an emergency and cheap--also use on the horses for leg wounds
vet wrap
aspirin-baby 81 mg size with no coating
instant ice pack
electrolyte paste or powder(mix in to water)
Probiotic paste-for use when dog is stressed or on antibiotics
Ear thermometer
note pad and pencil or pen to write notes on
Cheat sheet with dogs vitals-current weights, ages plus information on normal dog stats-temp, resp, heartbeat, etc.
Also cheat sheet with quick reference information on overheating/heat stroke, and other things that might happen with a dog
Cough meds-expectorant -make sure it does not contain any pain meds
Dremaxx or metacam
Panacur paste or safeguard paste for worming
Qtips, cottons balls
DO NOT INCLUDE--Tylenol, Advil or those types of meds.
If anyone has stuff to add, that would be great. I didn't put details on some of the products-but can if asked. Also I know I am missing stuff as this was just off the top of my head.
Cindy and the crew at Foggy Bottom
www.foggybottomusa.com