BluePearl Pet Hospital’s Post

When disaster happens, being prepared is the best way to keep your family safe. Start preparing your Pet Emergency Kit today! Slowly add necessary items over time to avoid overwhelming yourself or your budget. Use this checklist to build your pet's kit. The Essentials 🔹Bottled water (at least a three-day supply). Plan for 4L/day for each dog and 1L/day for each cat. 🔹Canned (pop-top) or dry food in waterproof containers (at least a three-day supply). 🔹Food and water dishes. 🔹Make sure your pet is wearing a collar with ID tags. 🔹Consider getting your pet microchipped as a more permanent form of identification. 🔹Medication (at least a two-week supply with dosage instructions if they differ from the prescription). 🔹Contact information for your veterinarian to phone to obtain veterinary records. This may be necessary if you need to board your pet. 🔹Crate or carrier lined with blankets or towels. Put your pet’s name and contact information on a piece of duct tape and stick it on the outside of the crate. 🔹Extra harness or collar, as well as an extra leash. 🔹Pet first aid kit. 🔹Disinfectant. 🔹Plastic garbage bags and paper towels. 🔹A recent photo of your pet in case you become separated. Special Considerations 🔹Chew toys 🔹Poop bags 🔹Muzzle (if required) 🔹Disposable litter trays (aluminum roasting pans are perfect) 🔹Litter 🔹Toys 🔹Catch net 🔹Newspaper 🔹Salt lick 🔹Extra water bottle 🔹Small hide box/tube 🔹Bedding (1 week’s worth) #SaskSPCA #SaskPets #EmergencyPreparednessWeek

For pet owners, ensuring they are equipped to address their pet's needs in unexpected and emergency situations can be a significant source of stress and worry. As veterinarians, you have the power to make a difference not only in the health of pets but also in the peace of mind of their owners. By taking the time to educate and inform your clients about pet preparedness, you can help alleviate some of the anxiety they feel. Your guidance on creating emergency plans, assembling first aid kits, and understanding vital signs can empower pet owners to face emergencies and novel situations with confidence and readiness. Together, let's ensure that every pet owner feels supported and prepared for any situation that may arise. #PetPreparednessMonth

As dog 🐶 owners, we’re naturally fearful that our pets may have an accident or a sudden health crisis. But knowledge is power 🧠 so I want to help by sharing essential First Aid techniques and tips. In this short video from Crufts, I’m joined by Vick Hope to share: 🐾 The types of accidents and injuries may require dog owners to give immediate first aid. 🐾 Why the first rule of first aid to ‘keep calm’ is essential not just for assisting the dog, but for keeping pet owners safe too. 🐾 The basic A-B-C of pet first aid. Find out what this means and see exactly what to do. 🐾 Why first aid is a useful skill to have but isn’t enough on its own - immediate veterinary assistance and follow up is also essential. Listen closely and you’ll also hear us discuss how the recommended rhythm of the BeeGees ‘Staying Alive’ is relevant to pet CPR as it is to human life-saving. *SPOILER ALERT* you won’t hear me singing it but I guarantee it’ll be stuck in your head afterwards! I’m passionate about sharing with vet professionals and supporting pet health and pet owners too. If you’d like to stay informed, please watch 👀 and share 🔄

Pets need an emergency supply kit, too! A pet supply kit should contain the basics for survival, such as pet food and water. View more items at https://www.ready.gov/pets. #PetPreparedness #petcare #emergencyplan

Please do NOT wait until an injury or emergency happens to your pet! They are counting on you! Our friends at The Las Vegas Pet Sitter explain 2 critical ways to be prepared BEFORE something happens in their blog: https://lnkd.in/gijjmPtp. Check it out and pass it along to protect all our pets! #PetFirstAid #Pets #FirstAid #BePrepared #BlogPost

🐾 Keep your furry friends safe this National Pet Fire Safety Day with these essential tips! 1. Install pet alert window clings. 2. Keep leashes near exits. 3. Practice a fire escape plan with pets. #PetSafety #FireSafety #PetLovers #SafetyTips #PetCare #farmersbranchtx

Assemble an Emergency Kit for Your Pet! Your kit should include: ➡️ Sturdy leashes, harnesses and/or carriers to transport pets safely and ensure that they can’t escape. ➡️ Food, drinking water, bowls, cat litter/pan and a manual can opener if you pet eats canned food. ➡️ Medications and copies of medical records stored in a waterproof container. ➡️ A first aid kit. ➡️ Current photos of you with your pet(s) in case they get lost. Since many pets look alike, this will help to eliminate mistaken identity and confusion. ➡️ Information on feeding schedules, medical conditions, behavior problems, and the name and number of your veterinarian in case you have to foster or board your pets. ➡️ Pet beds and toys, if easily transportable. #LoveYourPetDay

We know moving can be stressful, especially when you have furry friends. One key tip from Colleen Grablick's article in The Washington Post: Create a safe space for your pets during the move. This helps them stay calm and reduces anxiety. Keep a pet essentials bag handy with food, toys, and any medications to ensure your pets are comfortable during the transition. Check out the full article for more great #movingtips: https://lnkd.in/e2qu-XmF Have you moved with pets before? 🏡🐶🐱

If your pet is ever injured and unable to walk, transporting them to the emergency vet can be a challenge. Here are some tips if you need to urgently and carefully move your pet to get them medical attention: 🚑 Towels, blankets, bedsheets, or pet beds can double as a pet stretcher to carry and lift your pet into the car carefully. 🚑 If you live alone and have a large dog breed, you could invest in a wheeled pet stretcher or wagon to have on hand just in case. 🚑 Injured animals are more likely to bite or claw out of fear or pain so be careful when moving your pet. For dogs, you may need to use a temporary muzzle to prevent a bite injury. For cats, it is best to approach them from behind and wrap them in a thick towel or blanket to protect yourself from biting or scratching. 🚑 Handle the injured animal as little as possible to prevent further injury to the pet or yourself. 🚑 If you are able to, call Maritime to alert us you are on the way so we can prepare for your arrival. If you experience an emergency with your pet contact Maritime at (902) 932-0838 - save our contact information to easily and quickly call us in the case of an emergency.

If your pet is ever injured and unable to walk, transporting them to the emergency vet can be a challenge. Here are some tips if you need to urgently and carefully move your pet to get them medical attention: 🚑 Towels, blankets, bedsheets, or pet beds can double as a pet stretcher to carry and lift your pet into the car carefully. 🚑 If you live alone and have a large dog breed, you could invest in a wheeled pet stretcher or wagon to have on hand just in case. 🚑 Injured animals are more likely to bite or claw out of fear or pain so be careful when moving your pet. For dogs, you may need to use a temporary muzzle to prevent a bite injury. For cats, it is best to approach them from behind and wrap them in a thick towel or blanket to protect yourself from biting or scratching. 🚑 Handle the injured animal as little as possible to prevent further injury to the pet or yourself. 🚑 If you are able to, call the emergency vet to alert them you are on the way so they can prepare for your arrival. If you experience an emergency with your pet contact AVSE at (770) 209-5355. Save our contact information to easily and quickly call us in the case of an emergency.