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by London on 28 April 2009 - 02:04

I'd throw in a muzzle too. I have a nylon one that I keep in my first aid kit....just in case.

by SitasMom on 28 April 2009 - 02:04

boy scouts make a stretcher out of t-shirts and branches. If hiking with a buddy that could be an easier way to carry out. If not buddy creating a drag behind litter may work. Keeping a dog on it may be difficult - or I'd hope the dog had enough left to try to get off.......

doggie boots incase of sore feet -
my aussie is a "carpet dog' she wears her's anytime we hike on stuff other then leaf litter or pine needles......she's old and has hd so I'm just glad she wants to and still can tag along.

definately doggie backpacks - with training they can carry up to 15% of their weight.  50 lb dog can pack 7.5 lbs that's alot of kibble!

my friends call me "ultra light" because my pack ends up weighing about 25 lbs before food and water.......for 10 days. I can add a few lbs of extra first aids stuff, but must limit it - of course.


by mobjack on 28 April 2009 - 02:04

A simple suture kit you can get about anywhere has hemostats, curved needles, silk and catgut sutures.
I've added a scalpel, blades and a couple different pairs of forceps to mine. I always carry a space blanket. Even in summer.

The problems with penicillin are possible allergic reaction and you have to keep the stuff refrigerated or within a certain temp range. It also expires. An epi pen is very useful. Imagine turning a corner in a trail and walking face first into a hornet's nest. that epi pen will save your life if you're allergic or get stung a few hundred times. Out hiking, shock is a bigger concern than infection.

Syringes are nice to have not just for injections, but for everything from ear or wound irrigation, eye wash, emergency trache tube, etc. I quit carrying a muzzle. No need when I can muzzle just as quick and effectively with some rolled gauze. I have had to muzzle and hog tie a dog with a leash once to sew it up.


by SitasMom on 28 April 2009 - 02:04

I managed to walk over a paper wasp nest that had just fallen off a tree above. ouch they got me in the leg........

How about another anti-bac in pill form? This could work in a bind.

The county where our property is gives snake vaccines.......do they work? They also have snake avoidance training a few times a year...........

by mobjack on 29 April 2009 - 01:04

You'll need a prescription for antibiotics in pill form unless you get something meant for fish or cattle. Very nice to have in a big disaster bag though. Personally, I don't carry any other than cream or wipes. There's so many problems with resistant bugs out there from the mis-use of antibiotics. A local infection from a small wound isn't likely to be too much of a problem except for increased soreness/tenderness. A larger infected wound would would be more problematic but hopefully you'll be out and at at vet or hospital before too long. Infection usually takes a few days to set in. A systemic infection like sepsis or lockjaw and you need to be hospitalized with IV antibiotics or at the least under a doctor's care and checked regularly for progression.

I would vaccinate for giardia, etc. There's just no way to stop the dogs getting in or drinking water if it's available. Rocky Mountain Fever/Lyme disease if indemic in your area. Of course, then you get into the pros/cons of vaccines. it's a judgement call based on "your" dogs.

I haven't done a snake vaccine personally but my understanding is it lessons the severity of the venom. Developed specifically for rattlesnake bite, Eastern & Western Diamondback and other US subspecies. It's supposed to be effective against all North American vipers including water moccasin. Something I'd definately consider in a heavily snake populated area. Here's a link to the developer.  www.redrockbiologics.com/FAQ.html

Dog boots, I have and carry just in case of injury. The dog hates them.


by SitasMom on 29 April 2009 - 02:04


where is that beatutful place where the photo taken?

i have a vet here that's just a phone call away who has helped me out long distance before. had a diabetic cat with constant UTI's. he will always help me with serious 1st aid issues, and is willing to give me persctiptions for a varity of stuff for the dogs. he has suggested some extra vacines just in case.

i've taken much first responder training for humans. i feel confident that i can wrap and pack if needed. 

last big hike we were 25 miles in when TSHTF.......both of my feed collapsed - took  3 1/2 days to pack out. Sure could have used something more then asprin on that pack. I'm going to talk to my foot doctor and see if he will perscibe something for me just incase that happens again.

I'm rethinking my packing and the train and coming up with "thorns and roses". 

spring is in the air, my feef are better, dogs are needing some pack forming time......sounds like its time for a good long hike.

Maybe the Rainbow trail in June......
spotty cell phone coverage
towns and many "outs" if needed
breath taking views
not over used
national forest - dogs not reqired to be on leases

   

by mobjack on 29 April 2009 - 02:04

I think that photo was somewhere in North Carolina along the Applachian Trail or nearby. I've hiked most of it in bits in pieces, someday I hope to do the whole thing in one go. Pretty typical of the terrain, the most I worry about besides the minor bumps, bruises and scrapes anymore is a busted leg (dog) or bashed head (mine). She's not leashed much, but sometimes it's necessary. Here's some views:






by SitasMom on 29 April 2009 - 02:04

just beautiful, my dad is from near Beckley W VA. as a kid we were sent to grandma of summers......I remember getting lost (almost) in some of the most beautiful land this planet has to offer. giggin frogs, shooting birds, making dams, building forts. is was so much fun. we would leave right after breakfast and come back moments before the street lights came on. If we were late, we'd be in really big trouble. Sunday was always reserved for God and family.

by mobjack on 29 April 2009 - 02:04

One more. These are all from about two years ago. Not sure where I've got last years on the computer but they're much better pics. It's a lot of fun. I'll load up on maps and permits if necessary and we just go wandering.





Slamdunc

by Slamdunc on 29 April 2009 - 02:04

I would add Gas-X for bloat.  It has worked for me a couple of times over the years and I have it in every car and equipment bag.

Great pictures Mobjack.

Jim





 


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