Why do I need a First Aid Kit for my pet?

Everyone who shares a home with a pet should have a basic pet first-aid kit on hand.

Keep your pet's first-aid kit in your home and take it with you if you are travelling with your pet.
Administering first aid to a pet can be a stressful situation, especially if you don't have the right supplies.

There are many situations that you can provide first aid to your pet for minor emergencies but, unfortunately,  in many cases of accident or injury, your pet will need to be seen by a veterinary surgeon. However,  there are steps you can take to provide first aid to your pet and enable you to transport them in as comfortable manner as possible.

A Dogs Life has partnered with St John*, a name that is trusted and synonymous with First Aid. The items in the Pet First Aid Kit & Recommended Emergency items have been carefully researched and selected to provide any pet owner the resources to best deal with any pet emergency.​

*St John Pet First Aid Kits and supplies are available at all courses!

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VIEW St John Pet Kit Contents HERE

VIEW Recommended Kit items HERE

So what other items should I include in my Pet's First Aid Kit?

​ITEMS TO KEEP ON HAND

🔵Hydrogen Peroxide 3% for Inducing Vomiting
🔵Activated Charcoal for absorbing poisons
🔵Antihistamine for allergic reactions
🔵Antibiotic First Aid Ointment
    (Paw Manuka Wound Gel)
🔵Natural Animal Solutions Calm Remedy for shock
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​🔵Always seek Veterinary advice and dosages, before administering any medications.


​🔵This information is only intended as a guide, if you are concerned about your pet, always speak to your Veterinarian or Animal Emergency Centre.

ITEMS TO KEEP IN THE CAR 
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🟢Bottled Water - Water can be used to flush out minor wounds. It is useful for rehydrating a pet, soothing burns, washing off toxins, soaking a paw, or cooling an overheated pet- ( An Emergency Bowl is included in the Pet Emergency Kit. )

🟢Blanket & Towels - A blanket or towel can be used to help keep your pet warm and combat shock. You can use a blanket or towel to wrap your pet in on the journey to the vet, or if your pet is immobile you can use it as a stretcher to lift your pet on.

🟢Vinyl Backed Picnic Rug - to use as stretcher for a larger dog and to protect the car in the event of a bleeding or vomiting pet.