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4pack, me me me me me (as I jump up and down saying me!) I'll take Baden, me me me me me 

Good idea on the emergency information.  We have a couple dogs that would not be handled by any but a select few.  Having that contact information could make a huge difference.  We also have a soft muzzle in all of our kits in both dog trailer and van.

Another good idea 4pack.  I'd like to know everything too that you would put in the pack.  I guess bandages, blanket, muzzle, ice pack would be there; what else? 

iluv,

you just made me think of something I was thinking of earlier.  Isn't it something that you can have a family of 6 kids and only one grows up to be an animal (more specific Dog) person?  I've often wondered where I came from as none of the others of my 4 sisters and 1 brother, nor my mother (didn't know my father) could care less for owning even a chia-pet!  They get that "oh, so very bored look" on their faces when I start talking about my dogs and dreams of what I'm going to do with them.  You can just see them all go somewhere else in their minds at that moment.  And, when they ask me about them, it's just to conversate.  I have to laugh...they can't stand it.  If I ever want to tick em off, I go into pedigrees.  lol

sorry I veered away from the topic...

First off it has a small booklett with instructions on how to make your own muzzle with some gauze bandage, take temps, check heartbeat, and so on.

cohesive bandages

gause bandages

latex gloves

cool pack

cotton balls and Q-tips

pen light

eye wash

digital thermometer

styptic pencil

hydrocortisone and Neomycin

tweezers/scissors and a clamp_____________________________________________________________

This is just what it came with, I have herd others that add much much more depending on their vetting skills. A small blanket, water and collar/leash are always a good idea.

Who else has more, anything else to add?

Thanks 4pack.  I'll have to compile one this week.  I take my dogs everywhere possible.

It's also good to have information on who to call (vet, friend, etc) and who has authority to make medical decisions for your dog (if treatment is needed) should you be unable to do so.  You should make prior arrangements with said person, of course and pre-determine how things will be handled financially. 

Also good to have on long trips is a CD or other access to a file where you have pictures and identification information (tatoo/microchip) of your dog in case they are lost or stolen while travelling.  Then you will be able to immediately make flyers and give photos to people who would be helping you find your dog. 

Dash2

Don't forget to include this in your kit!

www.theanimalspirit.com/dogcpr.pdf#search=%22Pet%20CPR%22

A great "leash/collar" is a British slip lead.  They work great, are easy to get on a dog quickly, fit all dogs, and can be tossed in each vehicle.  We keep a few in the trailer and a couple in the van and house.

http://www.valleyvet.com/ct_detail.html?pgguid=30e07876-7b6a-11d5-a192-00b0d0204ae5

We "cheated" and bought a complete dog first aid kit for the trailer, has most everything including staple sutures.   Have your vet supply some extra meds and you're set.  Most of the basic items can be used on people too so you have a dual purpose first aid kit.

also include a bottle of peroxide incase your dog swallows poison or something shouldnt on a trip in the car or van......douse it with 1/4 bottle each 20 minutes till upchucks.....

also some diaper wipes are good for all kinds of wiping needs....also +Benedryl tablets for bee stings, or snake bite, and a bottle of Flagyll for diahrea....

To induce vomitting I prefer salt.  Much less messy and easier to transport, won't stain clothing, fabric, etc. if spilled or spit.  Just take the top off and pour into back of throat, no second dose required, works like a charm!!  Never really measured but it only takes about a couple of teaspoons.

Good thread policemom!

Another thing to consider concerning accidents. About 30 years ago a co-workers father got into a car accident, his two German Shepherds were in the car. The man was knocked out and bleeding profusely. The dogs wouldn't let the police near him. I was told the police were considering shooting the dogs in order to rescue him. I know it ended ok with the man being saved and the dogs unhurt. So this is a good lesson about crating your dogs while riding in the car.