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Disaster & First-Aid kits, did I miss anything?

Disaster (evacuation) kit:
- cage
- food and water bowls
- water
- food
- shammy (drying or cooling dog)
- clean-up bags
- blanket
- copies of medical records
- photos of dog (in case dog gets lost)
- toy & chew stick
- yard stake & tie-out
- rabies, microchip, and 'reward' tags on a quick tag-attacher

First Aid kit:
I ordered this Bow-Ow first aid kit. (Probably would have been cheaper to assemble it myself, but oh well.) http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3051158
Going to add
- muzzle
- thermometer
- vaseline or KY Jelly
- saline solution

Public Comments

1. this is awesome, i know i didnt answer your q, but imma have to copy :]

2. Sounds good to me. You sound prepared for the worst.

3. good, Now I need to redo mine!!

4. Sounds great! The only thing I can think of that popped into my head is an extra collar and leash...just in case :)

5. benedryl

Call your vet and ask what is the best meds/items to have in your kit.

I keep an extra botton of Cephalexin at home. Ask your vet if you can do the same. I also have ALL their meds in one drawer. This includes the ear meds, heartworm, flea etc. You can scoop up the entire drawer and put in in a bag.

6. Approx. three months ago, we had a sever tornado strike locally. While damages to humans were devastating, I can't begin to tell you the horror I witnessed and have heard about since that day in regards to pets.

I know of more than one pet owner who KNEW their pet was suffering from injuries and had no chance of recovery. And there they were, trying to be the best pet parent and end the pain for their four-legged family.........one local vet was out of town, the other couldn't get to every pet.

Unfortunately, these are scenes I won't soon forget. But a lesson was learned and I've included a way to end the life of my best buddy, sad as that is. And I know that if the roles were reversed, he would do the same for me......

If I'm honestly planning on this being an emergency kit, I have to honestly prepare for all emergencies...whether or not I really want to.

EDIT: There were some really good responses here as well -
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AqqUmB3wSUb5KT2aby10YiTty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20080623092538AAq8AAj

7. I looked at the kit, it has a lot of what you need. I didn't see styptic powder in the Bow-ow one-you may have to add that. Also, nail trimmer & file (in case the dog throws a nail and can't get to a vet). I like to keep pain killers & benadryl in my dog kit. Asprin would work, I have Metacam and Rimadyl. I'd put a better tweezers in the kit, too. Since your dog is small, you could fit an Elizabethan collar in your kit, and add some small towels for messes or (God forbid) lots of blood. Add a couple of disposable razors or a plug in beard trimmer for cleaning up hair and getting to a wound (my dog's hunt-so we are never very close to electricity when we have needed our kit). One more thing you may want to add for your little dog is a carrying bag-you'll know whether it will come in handy.

8. wow sounds like your really prepared but i think you might want to add a leash to tht list

9. For the disaster kit, try to get the plastic airline crates and use a waterproof marker to write in HUGE letters, the pet's name, your name, and all contact information. That way if you somehow get separated you have that extra protection of being reunited. I've heard of one situation where a tornado picked up the crate with the dog in it and the only reason it was reunited with the owner was because the info was written on the crate.

Also, I don't see leashes on your disaster list. Always good to have a few extras handy.

First Aid kit: you may want to add Hydrogen Peroxide. It will cause a dog to vomit. To be administered if the dog eats something it shouldn't.

And a signed release granting anyone who is caring for your animal permission to speak on your behalf at the vet's office. Kind of a power of medical attorney if you're not there to approve medical care.

Also, important phone numbers:
1. National Pet Recovery Hotline: 1-800-984-8638. Whenever your pet is lost, this is one of your first places of help to report your missing friend. This 24-hour service will help you to locate your pet. Lost pets usually end up in an animal shelter before the county or city steps in. Members pay $25.00 for the lifetime of the pet or $55.00 to find the pet for free and non-members pay $50 and above.



2.Legal Hotline: 1-800-555-6517. I think my neighbors are abusing their pet. Can I do any thing to stop them? Here is the number to call. To know your rights and how to go about expressing your displeasures, this number is for you. But try not to call because you don’t that like someone’s method of training his or her dog. Animal Legal Defense Fund help with landlord-tenant issues, vet problems, neglect and any form of abuse.



3. National Animal Poison Control Center : 1-888-426-4435. In a life and death situation when every minute counts for your cat, dog or other pet, this 24-hour manned emergency number is your pet lifesaver. Sponsored in part by 36 different companies along with a $45.00 charge for consultation.



4. Emergency Disaster Hotline: 1-800-227-4645. Provided by the American Humane Association, this number is your first point of call in earthquake preparedness for your pets or any disaster, what to do and where to go. They provide support and relief information.



5. Pet Loss Support Hotline: 1-888-478-7574. Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine provides a source for emotional support for those who have lost an animal friend or are anticipating the loss of their pet. Veterinary students at the college man this free service. A 24-hour touch phone line where you can leave a message and someone will return your phone call. Seven days a week 6:00pm-9:00pm CST , May to August, Wednesdays and Fridays 6:00pm-9:00pm . This free service is funded by the Iams Company and dedicated in memory of Krista Rankin.



6. Spay Helpline: 1-800-248-SPAY. One way to prevent several unwanted lovely pets from ending up in shelters or destroyed is to spay or neuter them. Thousands of abandoned and unwanted pets are euthanized yearly due to over irresponsible breeding and other factors. So before you consider giving off your pet to the shelter, this organization can help you. SPAY USA provides free or low cost services to all. Call them for an appointment and locations of over 950 programs and clinic nationwide.


10. benedryl,pet wrap bandage,leash and collar,recent photo of pet

11. Add to everything else mentioned:
Vet wrap
Brush & comb
nail clipper & file
disinfectant
dog towel
dog snacks
anti diarrhea 4 dogs
needle & syringe
shade cloth about 8'x8' w/clips or ties
plastic cover for ground 8'x8'
padlock for cage/kennel