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Nicholas, owner of The Preventive Vet, in Portland, Oregon. Attention in cases of injury or sudden illness can help a dog or cat stay more comfortable, stop bleeding and provide temporary relief.
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A pet first-aid kit can resemble a pantry more than a medicine cabinet. Natural com- ponents include: Cool water. Purified water
kept in a spray bottle can cool overheated pets. For the fastest re- sults, spray near the pulse points, the “armpits” and where fur is the thinnest. Further, a vet will assess if clinical hydra- tion is needed beyond the water bowl.
Saline solu-
tion. Versatile saline is available at the vet’s office or any pharmacy, and also easy and
irst-aid is the first thing you can do to help an injured animal if you are prepared,” says Dr. Jason
inexpensive to make at home. Use it to flush debris from eyes, clean wounds and promote healing from incisions. Two teaspoons of non-iodized salt in four cups of boiled water mimics body fluids. The Ohio State University Medi- cal Center website provides a recipe for normal saline solution at Tinyurl. com/SalineRecipe. Vinegar. It acts
as a drying agent, especially for floppy- eared dogs taking a dip in a pool or natural waterway, which can leave the inner ear moist. “Don’t use vinegar if the skin is red or broken because it will be painful,” says Dr. Jules Benson, vice president of veterinary ser- vices at Petplan Pet Insurance, in Newtown Square, Pennsyl-
vania. Never use it more than twice a week.
Honey. Apply this sweet
unguent to gums to help counteract low blood sugar and shock, particularly when a diabetic pet’s insulin levels are off. Maple syrup is a good substitute. Sugar. Although not recommend- ed in a regular pet diet, sugar can be a topical antibacterial for the short term. Sugar draws water from the wound and dehydrates bacteria, supporting growth of new tissue. Plain yogurt. Adding this healthy
refrigerated topping to dry food will activate a sluggish appetite and supply needed cultures to help balance the digestive system. Cornstarch. This non-toxic remedy helps stop minor bleeding from cuts, scrapes and pedicure accidents. Calendula. Also known as pot mari- gold, calendula cream may be used as an anti-inflammatory. Bug bites, scrapes, sunburn and itching from allergies also benefit from its application. Aloe. Easily grown in a garden or
pot and available in gel form, aloe sooths burns, prevents blisters and speeds heal- ing. It also serves as canine Chapstick. “Older dogs often have cracked skin on their noses,” notes Benson. “Aloe helps to heal the skin and keeps the dog comfort- able.”
Rescue Remedy. Illness or injury brings stress, and one common solution is Rescue Remedy. To relieve fear or anxiety, rub it onto a paw, nose or ears or add the recommended number of drops to water, a treat or food. It helps dogs, cats, horses, birds, fish and even iguanas. Dosage relies on the extent of stress rather than weight or species.
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