Baleigh is such a good addition to our family. She has gotten Buddy up off his fanny and he has lost 5# at least. He is looking much happier, runs more and they play outside ALL day now. They romp and have the best time out in the back yard since the fence went up a few weeks ago. Baleigh has fattened up a little and she is looking really healthy. Seems she has found a new source of protein! LOL
Baleigh is very interesting. She is possibly part cat. Meowwwwwww! She is a mouser! Since we live backed up to the woods, a small creek and have a large back yard, mice are out there. She has taken it upon herself to reduce the mouse population. But she has added an item to her menu. Lizards! They are her "prizes" just like a cat. So there is the added opportunity to have moments when I open a door to step out and be surprized.
Buddy continues to have a little jealousy but it isn't horrible. They get along well 99% of the time. He took really good care of her following her surgery and I think they bonded even more then. So all is well with my fur babies.
I read an article today about 10 items you need to keep on hand for pet first aid. I need to get a few items on the list myself. If you are a pet owner I thought you might want to know what is recommended.
- Hydrogen Peroxide: Can be used to clean a cut or wound. Can also be used to induce vomiting. Check with posion control or with your own vet so you will know how much to give and not cause more problems.
- Triple Antibiotic Ointment - great for a helping stave off infection from the get go.
- Bandages - a nice variety of items that should non- adhesive gauze pads, gauze rols and some ace bandages so you aren't fiddling with tape and scissors going on or taking it off.
- Digital Thermometer: Nice to know if your animal has a temp. The average normal temp for a cat or dog is 100 - 102.5 degrees F. If your pet's temp is lower or higher it is time for a trip to the vet.
- Styptic Powder- If your pet has a torn or broken nail this it the stuff to use. Just put a small amount on the nail and it iwll help form a clot. If you don't have any, try flour or corn starch.
- Tweezers: I personally prefer the typs with the squared off end for removing splinters and ticks. Might toss a couple of kinds into your pet first-aid kit. Don't forget to keep them clean, to apply antibiotic ointment and to wash your hands thoroughly so you are not at risk to catch some tick-borne disease.
- Eyewash: Same stuff as you use for humans. Pour on or drop in just as you would humans.
- Benadryl (diphenhydramine): Again, same formula as for humans only keep some of the liquid variety for your pet. The doseage is 1-2 mg of Benadryl per pound of weight. Start with 1 per pound and give additional if needed. This is used to great allergic reactions from insect bites and bee stings.
- E- Collar: This is the collar that looks like a lampshade when put around the neck. This will control your pet's ability to get to wounds and do damage by licking or biting. Less bacteria can be introduced to a wound, sore or stitches.
- Muzzle: As sweet as pets are most of the time, when tending to a wound you might want to put a muzzle on them. They won't intend to bite you but defensivly they could and give you an injury. In an emergency case, just put a sock over their muzzle to help control them. Most everyone has a sock to spare.
I found a nice one on Amazon for 70% off. Looks pretty good for $15.00!!!!
Here is a little backup for those of you that want more guidance or perhaps live a good distance from a vet. Nice reference to have on hand!
Off to see what prizes are at the back door....
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