First Aid Kits

[Greyghost]

It would be interesting to see what people have in their first aid box and its uses if it is not obvious.

[HD55]

Hi

I have to admit that I shamelessly checked out the NOBs first aid kit then made my own using online suppliers. My kit includes the following

White Open Weave Bandage 2.5cm (1)
Easifix Contour Bandage 7.5cm (2)
Soffban Plus 7.5cm (2)
Bandaging Tape 7.5cm (1)
Wound Dressing 10x10cm(2)
Cotton Wool 15g (1)
Zinc Oxide Tape 2.5cm(1)
Sterile Saline Pods 20ml (2)
Cleansing Wipes (alcohol free)(2)
Sterile Gloves Med (2)
O'Tom Tick Remover (pack with 2)
Scissors 5inch (1)
Splinter Forceps 4.5inch (1)

All of this is squeezed into a zip up, waterproof first aid pouch and it all fits in my Barbour pocket (or on my belt) with no problem. The NOBs First Aid kit includes a space blanket which I left out to save a bit of space, and also glucose tablets. I don't take glucose tablets for the dog, preferring to take a slab of Pemmikan Kronch which does the job - mostly fat rather than glucose. To be honest the kit is as much for me as the dog. I can often spend 4 or 5 hours out on the hills, miles from anywhere. If things got really tough I could always eat the Kronch!

The NOBs kit does represent good value for money though. I managed to put my kit together for about £30.

Howard

[mugi]

In the car I have similar to Howard plus a triangular bandage that I could use as a muzzle if needed and Piriton.

When out and about I carry Arnica 30c, Apis Mel and Rescue Remedy, steripods to flush out eyes and an army field dressing.

[chris-w]

While training my youngest spaniel a few days ago we had a bit of an accident..

She ran at full speed jumped a barb wired fence only to hit it flip upside down with a yelp and fur flying she retrieved the dummy back to me sat at my heel looking at me ready for another retrieve.

After an inspection i found a puncture in the centre of her chest and a large rip by the ribs.

I was wondering who carrys a first aid kit with them and what would you suggest putting in it ?

Also has anyone ever used a neoprene dog vest and would you recommend them ?

chris

[Paul Bishopp]

Hi Chris, I always have a human and dog first aid kit in the car.In the dog one I have a few bandages, purple spray and some vet wrap.Luckily not had to use any yet but your experience is proof that one should be carried.With the few bits I mentioned you should have enough to take care of most things til you get to the vet.Perhaps some of that white powder stuff too that I can never pronounce let alone spell
Hope the dog is ok.

[Bogtrotter]

In addition I have
Clean old cotton sock (for poorly paws) and have recently acquired some
brilliant disposable rubber "booties" (they look like balloons but are thicker rubber and come in different sizes) They stay on very well and last a good time (a friend's Newfoundland wore them outside for about 10 days after a bad pad cut and only got through two. ) They come in packs of 12 I think and cost £1 each

Fiona

[chris-w]

Thanks paul

Yes the dogs ok now.

I have some iodine powder to dry it out if thats what you mean.?

I have another spaniel that cuts his tongue almost everytime he's working in thick cover all i can think of doing is cutting the bloody thing off..

I know its to be expected with spaniels so lesson learnt.

chris

[mugi]

I am using a neoprene coat on Mugi when he is beating. Mostly cos he is 12 and quite frail in many ways (spirit is much stronger than body since a stroke in the summer) but he will still throw himself into the lake to drive the ducks and as that is often our first drive of the day...................he gets chilled!

Since he has had his jacket he stays very toasty and I am not seeing him turn blue when we are waiting in exposed positions to start a drive. It has not slowed him down and in truth he doesn't seem to notice he is wearing it once I have it on him - corset lacing springs to mind as they do need to be snug!

Last year he finished the season very scabby and scratched too as he has a fine coat (old man syndrome I guess) so I hope this will protect him to an extent.

[Judy]

Disposable boots sound good any idea where we can get them?

[smudge04]

http://www.canineconcepts.co.uk/item--P ... ots---dogs

They really are good - they stay put and survive a surprisingly long time.

Iain