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I'm Putting A First Aid Kit Together For My Pet. What Should I include?

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I'm Putting A First Aid Kit Together For My Pet. What Should I include?

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You never know when you might have an emergency with your cat or dog, so it’s important to know what to include in a pet safety kit.

When it comes to pet emergencies, it’s critical to have your vet’s phone number and the national poison control hotline within easy reach. Other things to keep on hand include a saline solution that can be used to flush out your pet’s eyes; a muzzle in case your pet gets badly hurt; and a turkey baster to help get medicine down. Forceps, rubber gloves, and soft pet food are useful items, too.

You should also be prepared for a potential poisoning. Keep a bottle of hydrogen peroxide in your pet safety kit in case your veterinarian asks you to induce vomiting.

And remember: if you do need to take a sick or injured pet to the veterinarian, you’ll need access to a sturdy pet carrier.

– Dr. Andrea Looney, DVM for the “Purina® Animal Instincts” Podcast Series

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