February 13th 2007 2:33 pm
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BASIC FIRST AID KIT
Every home that has a pet should keep a basic first aid kit
in case of emergency. However, giving first aid to your pet
at home is not, by any means, a substitute for ongoing
veterinary care. Listed below is a basic safety kit for
your cat that should always be kept in a convenient place
and out of the reach of children and pets. Everything on
this list is easy to get from your local supermarket or
pharmacy.
First aid cream or antibiotic ointment (such as Neosporin)
Absorbent cotton (to help stop bleeding)
Adhesive tape for bandages
Gauze bandage rolls for bandaging or for use as a muzzle
Iodine solution (dilute with water to prevent stinging)
Gauze pads to be used as compresses or bandages
Sharp scissors with safety tips
Tweezers to remove ticks, thorns and splinters
Cotton swabs to clean your pet's ears and to apply ointment
Antihistamine for insect bites
An extra copy of your pet's medical records
A photo of your pet in case they get lost
The phone number of the Poison Control Center (National
Animal Poison Control: (1-800-548-2423)
The phone number and address of the nearest 24-hour
veterinary clinic/hospital
Your veterinarian's name, address, phone number and
emergency hours information
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