You never know when your curious pup can sniff their way to a bee sting. Or your playful kitty decides to gulp down something toxic. These unpredictable incidents will need you to act swiftly. And that’s where a comprehensive first aid kit for pets will help.

Medicines for First Aid Kit

1. Antacids

Like you, even your pet’s tummy can face acid imbalance leading to acidity.

Symptoms – 

• Regurgitation (bringing back swallowed food in the mouth)
• Excessive drooling
• Lack of appetite
• Vomiting bile (yellow/pale white color, watery consistency)

Medicines* –

• Digene gel
• Pantop tablets

*Vet-prescribed dosage

2. Anti-Diarrheal Medication

When your pet can’t stop pooping that’s watery & stinky…it’s a case of diarrhea.

Symptoms – 

• Watery & soft stools
• Stinky poop

Medicines –

• Sucralfate syrup

Dosage – 

• Half the body weight (10 kg = 5 ml)
• Twice daily
• 2 hours before or after food

3. Deworming Tablets

Your pet needs to be shielded against pesky tapeworms too.

Symptoms – 

• Rubbing the bum on the ground aka scooting
• Licking the anus area
• Worms visible in poop
• Sudden weight loss
• Poor hair quality
• Increased appetite
• Potbelly appearance in kittens/puppies

Medicines –

• Deworming medicines for animals

Dosage – 

• Adult Dogs (above 9 months) – One tablet per 10kg body weight
• Adult Cats – One tablet per 4 kg body weight

4. Dehydration 

Extreme heat or temperatures can lead to water loss & dehydration.

Symptoms – 

• Hard poop (may or may not with blood)
• Dry gums
• Extreme panting
• Dry nose

Medicines* – 

• Any electrolytes for animals

*Dosage as per the product

5. Anti-allergy Medicines

Just like humans, allergies are equally common in pets.

Symptoms – 

• Swelling of the face, ears, lips, eyelids, ear flaps
• Red inflamed & itchy skin
• Sneezing

Medicine as prescribed by your vet based on your pet’s age & physical conditions

6. Vomiting Medicines – 

We are sure your pet must have vomited at least once by now. Here’s how you can treat it.

Symptoms – 

• Drooling/excessive salivation
• Licking the mouth aka chomping

Medicines* – 

• Ondem MD (mouth dissolving) tablets

*Dosage as prescribed by your pet’s age & physical condition

Tools for First Aid Kit

1. Betadine Solution

2. Neosporin Ointment

3. Bandage, Scissors, Tweezers

4. Cotton Swabs

5. Digital Thermometer

6. Elizabethan Collar (E-Collar)

These medicines & tools will be a real saviour for your pets until you can reach a vet. This is especially true if this happens in the middle of the night.

Be proactive & treat the condition as soon as you see it. This will help your pet immensely!