#200333 - 04/16/10 09:38 PM
Re: Puppies, Beach houses, and surviving stupidity.
[Re: paramedicpete]
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sadly, Nico's picture showed up on my PSP but not my computer! he really is cute!
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#200370 - 04/17/10 05:20 PM
Re: Puppies, Beach houses, and surviving stupidity.
[Re: paramedicpete]
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Registered: 01/21/04
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Loc: W. WA
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And now for the kit for the pup:
Recent photos Copy of vaccinations, esp rabies Car harness that attaches to seatbelt Food & treats Water Collar & tags, one with vet info* Leash & steel aircraft cable tie-out (non-chewable) 1 or 2 bowls (some are collapsible) Box of cheap (non-zip) plastic bags for waste collection Roll of paper towels Blankie Toys Maybe tarp for shelter
Pet First Aid kit (talk to your vet for meds) Gauze pads Stretchy-sticky bandaging tape (cheaper at farm supply?) Q-tips Antiseptic wipes Tweezers and scissors Disposable gloves
*I think most vets will take in ID’d pets when brought in by strangers, but leaving a document in their files that says you WILL pay the bill might be a good thing; also give permission to euthanize if needed).
Sue
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#200374 - 04/17/10 06:39 PM
Re: Puppies, Beach houses, and surviving stupidity
[Re: Susan]
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And now for the kit for the pup:
*I think most vets will take in ID’d pets when brought in by strangers, but leaving a document in their files that says you WILL pay the bill might be a good thing; also give permission to euthanize if needed).
Sue
thank you susan! Lots of stuff I didn't think of in there. I'm wondering, what if he gets lost and hurt and a stranger does take him to a vet, but not a vet I've seen before? Can you make notes in the microchipping records that indicate that i WILL pay for expenses for any treatment he needs? That seems like the most practical way to ensure he gets treated if separated from me...
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#200376 - 04/17/10 06:52 PM
Re: Puppies, Beach houses, and surviving stupidity
[Re: Krista]
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Registered: 01/21/04
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"... what if he gets lost and hurt and a stranger does take him to a vet, but not a vet I've seen before?"
I don't know if you can add notes to your microchip service (usually AVID or HomeAgain), but you could call to ask. It might be easier to have info engraved on a steel collar tag (NOT aluminum or other soft metal that could wear off) that you're good for the bill... "injury bills guaranteed" or something? That also might be an impetus for a kind finder that is hesitating taking the dog in, in fear they might be stuck with a big bill. And there are still a few vet clinics that haven't invested in the the chip scanners, not many, but some.
Another way might be to have a out-of-area relative's (same last name, preferably) phone number on the tag for alternate contact, and brief them on what to say. Have them guarantee payment, even though you'll be the one to pay.
Also make sure you understand how the chip system functions, and what you should do if he is lost or stolen. I know you can call AVID and have the dog's number flagged LOST or STOLEN, but I don't know if anything else.
Sue
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#200381 - 04/17/10 09:06 PM
Re: Puppies, Beach houses, and surviving stupidity
[Re: Susan]
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I keep a printed copy of this with my human and dog FAK in the SUV. The normal values chart is very handy to have with you. If you're ever on the phone with a vet in an emergency situation they will be asking you for the values. If you have any questions most vets will be happy to help you with looking at normal cap refill times etc, when your puppy is in for shots. http://www.k9forensic.org/k9firstaid.htmlI keep it folded and inside this human FAK book. This book came with a FAK but you can get the book alone. It's one of the better emergency FAK books I've found. I highly recommend the Adventure Medical FAK. http://www.adventuremedicalkits.com/prod...avel%20Medicine
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