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First Aid Kit For Dogs



                                                                 

 A First Aid Kit for dogs should be in every family's home that includes a dog as a member of their family.  Just as children get into mishaps that require antiseptic and bandages, so do your four legged family members.
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Not so long ago, we would have settled for human first aid supplies but as the pet industry has grown, we have become aware of a pet's sometimes unique needs.

The impact of Hurricane Katrina made many dog owning families more aware of the need for a dog first aid kit.  Many dogs needed to suddenly be evacuated to areas that had no immediate access to veterinarian care.  And, even once they returned home, professional medical care was not readily available.

Most mishaps are usually minor in nature such as cuts, bee stings or perhaps cutting a nail a bit too close.  Rather than rushing about trying to gather the necessary supplies when this type of event happens, it is so much better to be prepared.  First aid kits for dogs are available for purchase from some pet supply stores.  Or, with a little effort, you can make your own first aid kit for dogs.
Ideally, you would have two first aid kits for your dog.  One to keep at home, in a convenient place, such as under a bathroom cabinet or in a cabinet in your laundry or utility room.  It is important to make sure all members of your family know where your first aid kit is kept.  The second kit should be kept in your vehicle for those mishaps that occur when your dog is on an outing with you, such as a dog park or on a hike.  Actually, a third scaled down version of the kit is also recommended.  Place a few emergency items in this mini first aid kit.

A little pre-planning on your part will go a long way in helping to keep your four legged family member safe and healthy.  And your own first aid kit for dogs will contibute to that greatly.


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A watchdog is a dog kept to guard your home, usually by sleeping where a burglar would awaken the household by falling over him.




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