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Crystal Creek Standard Poodles
First aid Kit
We want everyone who shares their home with a beloved pet to be prepared with a basic pet
first-aid kit to have handy in case of an emergency. No matter how careful we try to be, accidents
happen, especially with young, rambunctious puppies.
Keep your pet’s first-aid kit in an easily assessable spot in your home, and take one (or have a
spare) for traveling with your pet.
One way to start your kit is to buy a preassembled first-aid kit designed for people and add pet
specific items. You can also purchase a pet orientated first-aid kit from a pet store or catalog.
You can also easily assemble your very own kit by gathering the suggest items listed below.
Pet Specific Supplies
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Pet First-aid Book
Phone numbers of your veterinarian, your after-hours emergency veterinarian, poisoncontrol center or hotline. The ASPCA poison control center hotline can be reached at
1-800-4235)
Your pets medical records (proof of rabies, vaccination status and other important
medical records. Also have a current photo of your pet in case he gets lost.
Nylon leash
Self-cling bandage (bandages that stretches and sticks to itself but not to fur.)
Muzzle to prevent biting (Even the most loving and gentle pet can bite out of fear, pain
and anxiety. Do not use a muzzle if your pet is vomiting, chocking, coughing ot
otherwise showing difficulty breathing)
Basic First-aid Supplies
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Absorbent gauze pads
Adhesive tape
Antiseptic wipes, lotion, power or spray
Blanket
Gauze rolls
Hydrogen peroxide (This is to induce vomiting, do this only when directed by a
veterinarian or a poison-control expert.)
Ice pack
Non-latex disposable gloves
Crystal Creek Standard Poodles
Bonnie Winings
317-508-8638
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Petroleum jelly (Lubrication for a thermometer)
Rectal thermometer (Pet’s temperature should not rise above 103*F of fall below 100*F)
Scissors (with blunt ends)
Sterile non-stick gauze pads for bandages
Sterile saline solution
Tweezers
A crate for safe transportation in vehicles or for safe rest at home
Other Useful Items
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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) if approved by a veterinarian for allergic reactions. A
veterinarian must tell you the correct dosage for your pet’s weight.
Ear-cleaning solution.
Expired credit card or sample card to scrape away insect stingers
Glucose paste or corn syrup (for diabetic dogs or those with low blood sugar)
Nail Clippers
Non-prescription antibiotic ointment
Flashlight
Plastic eyedropper or syringe
Rubbing alcohol (isopropyl) to clean the thermometer before/after use.
Splints and tongue depressors
Styptic power or pencil
ID tag for travel to put on your dog’s collar
Towels
Needle-nosed pliers
Common-sense advice
In addition to the items listed above, include anything your veterinarian has recommended
specifically for your pet. Check the supplies in your pet’s first-aid kit occasionally to replace
items that have expired or that may be low or need to be replaced.
For your family’s safety, keep all medical supplies and medications out of the reach of children
and pets.
Crystal Creek Standard Poodles
Bonnie Winings
317-508-8638