DIY Dog First Aid Kit

Torn nails and scratches will happen when you're least prepared. Get ahead of your next doggie disaster by having a first aid kit ready.

What's In Your DIY Dog First Aid Kit

Here is a list of standard first aid kit essentials. Depending on the type of activities you like to do and your terrain, you may want to add additional items as well.

• Absorbent and non-absorbent gauze pads

• Adhesive tape

• 3% Hydrogen peroxide

• Scissors

• Gloves

• Alcohol wipes

• Styptic powder

• Tweezers

• Syringe

• OTC antibiotic ointment

• Soap & sanitizer

• Saline eye solution

• Towels

• Old pair of socks

• Picture of your dog (incase they get lost)

• Flashlight

• Extra collar and leash

• Antihistamine & proper dose from your veterinarian

• Phone number & address of your veterinarian

• Phone number of poison control hotline

Combine all of your items into a backpack or container. Keep one kit in your car, one in your home and a travel kit for hiking.

If you aren't feeling up to the DIY dog first aid kit challenge, ask your veterinarian if they provide them.

Pet First Aid Training

Consider attending a Pet First Aid course to prepare yourself for the unexpected. The course our team is certified through and recommend is called Walks N Wags.

Stay safe and have fun!