š¶ SURVIVAL Pet First Aid Kit
I put an image on social media of 3 first aid kits that SURVIVAL had kindly sent for review, and by far the kit that got most response was this pet version. We all want to keep our furry companions safe, especially with escalating vet bills, so the interest wasn't that surprising.
A pet first aid kit is an essential precaution for any responsible pet owner as, just like humans, pets can have accidents, and swift treatment can alleviate pain and discomfort, and having the right tools and supplies at your fingertips can make a significant difference in your pet's recovery.
Open the kit bag up, using the double zip with extra long toggles, and youāll be genuinely surprised, not only by the amount of kit theyāve managed to fit inside, but how well organised everything is. Each pocket is clearly labelled so you know exactly where things are, thereās even a space for a collapsible muzzle (not included), and other bits like medication.
The kit includes:
2 x 30ml tubes of saline for washing wounds and eye irrigation
3 x Cohesive bandages
(5cm x 2m, 7.5cm x 2m & 10cm x 2m)
1 x Collapsible silicone bowl
1 x Sterile combine dressing 20cm x 10cm
3 x Sterile packs of cotton gauze swabs
1 x Digital thermometer
1 x roll of eco friendly poo bags
1 x Emergency foil blanket
1 x Hypo allergenic tape
2 x Nitric gloves
2 x Sterile non-adherent wound dressing 5cm x 5cm
2 x Sterile non-adherent wound dressing 7.5cm x 7.5cm
1 x Shears
5 x Skin Cleaning wipes with cetrimide
1 x SMART snake (pressure) bandage
1 x Snake bite instruction card
1 x Tick removal spoon
1 x Tweezers
Attached via a carabiner is a separate Survival Wallet that contains:
50 x Sterile allergen free plasters -5 large, 5 medium, 40 small
3 x Sterile wound closures
5 x Splinter probes
SURVIVALās Pet First Aid kit is packed neatly in an outer thatās made from hard-wearing, moisture resistant 600d Oxford polyester, and measures 19 x 16.5 x 10cm (HxWxD) when closed. Weighing just 1.05kg, itās ideal for keeping in your car, home, caravan, backpack, tent - you get the idea.
On the outside, either side of the sturdy handle there are a couple of D rings and a large strap that can be used as waist belt, shoulder strap and an emergency dog lead.
On one side thereās a small pouch in which sits the roll of poo bags, and on the front thereās a small zipped pocket that can be used for treats. Lift the front pocket and thereās another space thatās labelled āpersonalā in which I assume is for your keys or mobile phone.
Owning a pet first aid kit shows you care for your pet's safety, and it's reasurring to have in case of emergencies, but fingers crossed that you'll never have to use it.
price: Ā£79.99 (there is a discount via the Ford Ranger Owners Club)
more at Ā» survivalfirstaidkits.co.uk
Reviewed in Issue 52 - October 2023