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We all have – or should have – a first aid kit at home with everything we need to deal with an emergency, take care of our family, and be ready for any emergency. It is true that our furry friends, like dogs and cats, are an integral part of our pack, but sometimes, we forget to include them in our plan when faced with adversity. To avoid this, we present everything you need to put together a homemade first aid kit for your pets since this can make a difference in an emergency and even help save the lives of our pets.
Generally, our home is a safe space for our dogs and cats, although accidents can happen anytime. Therefore, it is essential to have the necessary supplies to care for our pets in time in the event of an emergency and then receive the attention of a Veterinary Doctor.
Injuries and falls are two common scenarios that endanger the physical integrity of dogs and cats. Keep items like scissors, knives, and sharp objects out of reach and limit access to potentially dangerous spaces such as windows, balconies, and high surfaces.
Next, we share a list of essential products to keep at home to treat minor wounds and injuries.
- Neutral soap: Ideal for cleaning superficial wounds.
- Sterile physiological solution: To wash wounds without irritating them.
- Sterile gauze: Useful for cleaning wounds, controlling bleeding, etc.
- Latex gloves: To handle our friend aseptically and safely.
- Antiseptic solution: To disinfect the affected surface, experts also recommend applying a chlorhexidine digluconate antiseptic spray to avoid irritation to our pet’s skin.
- Self-adherent bandages: Useful for protecting wounds, self-adherent presentation makes it easy to put on dogs and cats.
- Syringes or tablet applicators: These will help to apply medications or antiseptic solutions.
- Tweezers: To remove foreign objects.
- Scissors: To cut bandages or gauze.
For more tips on caring for your furry friends, you can visit the MSD Animal Health page.
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