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by London on 28 April 2009 - 02:04
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
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
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
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


by SitasMom on 29 April 2009 - 02:04
by mobjack on 29 April 2009 - 02:04


by Slamdunc on 29 April 2009 - 02:04
Great pictures Mobjack.
Jim
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