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Creating a First Aid Kit for Your Pet
Having an updated, well-stocked first aid kit could be a literal lifesaver in the event of a natural disaster; not just for you, but for your pet as well. It’s recommended that you keep a kit made for your pet in your home and place extras in your car, with friends, and at any other place you both frequent. However, you may be worried about what exactly should be put into a kit for your pet to be better prepared for the unexpected. Here are some tips on creating a first aid kit specifically for your pet, brought to you by our pet door installation experts .
Basic First Aid Supplies
Basic first aid supplies are perhaps the most vital and useful part of assembling a first aid kit for your pet. Bandaging items such as rolled gauze, bandaids, adhesive first aid tapes, and non-stick gauze strips will come in handy both in emergencies and for minor injuries away from home. Other basic medical supplies such as tweezers, scissors, alcohol/non-alcohol wipes, disposable gloves, a rectal thermometer made for pets, and a stethoscope are also recommended.
Prescriptions and Other Medications
If your pet has been prescribed a medication by your veterinarian, finding yourself in a crisis situation and unable to reach a veterinary clinic to refill it for more than a few days. Keep a week or two’s supply in each of your pet’s first aid kits, as well as a written prescription from your veterinarian. An additional stock of over the counter medications (cortisone spray/cream, wound cleaner, antibiotic ointment, activated charcoal, sterile saline, pain medication, etc.) can also be beneficial in an emergency, so long as they have been cleared with your veterinarian beforehand.
Useful Equipment
Emergency care items aren’t exclusively medical supplies. You never know what crisis you and your pet may end up in where you’re forced to use a first aid kit, and the problems you encounter likely won’t be restricted to injuries or medications. That’s why it’s advised to keep a variety of useful equipment along with medical necessities in your kits. Heat and ice packs, for example, will come in handy to soothe an injury. And a muzzle may be necessary for a pet who is scared or hurt (even if you think your pup or cat would never nip at you, in stressful circumstances it may be how they express their fear and pain) so you can render first aid without the worry of them biting. Other miscellaneous items could include a nail clipper for pets, dish soap, cotton balls, oral syringes, water bottles, non-perishable treats, paper towels, a thermal blanket, a large towel, an extra leash, a magnifying glass, and a flashlight.
Records and Phone Numbers
A written record of important information should be assembled and put into your pet’s first aid kit(s) for easy, dependable access. You may have your veterinarian's number saved in your phone, but that won’t do your pet any good in an emergency if you lose your phone or can’t be reached. Everyone in your home (as well as whoever is looking after your pet) should know exactly where to find important information when you aren’t there to help. Write down your veterinarian's name, number, and clinic name/address, as well as any other emergency clinic that could be reached if your vet was unavailable. Other numbers to record that are helpful to have on hand are the Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435), close family members, friends, neighbors, and your own. Documents such as your pet’s health record, vaccinations and updates, titer tests, a list of medications with the details concerning them, and a recent photo of your pet should also be included.
It’s impossible to predict what will be most needed in an emergency, but it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Putting together a thorough first aid kit for your pet will ensure that you’re not caught unprepared. They’re good to have on hand for milder issues, and they could even save your pet’s life in severe circumstances. Just make sure to refresh your home kit and all extra kits you make at least twice a year. Replace supplies that have been used, examine expiration dates, check that items work well and are not broken or damaged, and put in anything you think should be added. Do you have any questions? A pet door can serve as an extra safety precautions in the event of a disaster, giving them access to escape your home if they become trapped or endangered. Contact Glass Pet Doors today to discuss installing the perfect pet door for sliding glass door for your pet.
What Our Customers Say
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Lisa Jensen
Can't say enough good about working with Trevor at Utah Pet Access to have a dog door installed at my mother's home. Very knowledgeable and professional. Thank you! -
Michael Riggs
Installed a large pet door at my house. They did a great job, despite the fact that my back door's decoration made it complex. I am very satisfied. Thank you! -
Amy Romney
Utah Pet Access was great to work with. They were very responsive. The bid and install guys both showed up on time for their appointments. They both explained everything in detail and were very knowledgeable. Highly recommend! -
Jake Buxton
Easily the best in the biz! There's another rag tag outfit running around using inferior product and the finished product from Utah Pet Access is far better looking. Almost as if the door came from the factory this way! Impressed! -
Brian Long
UPA replaced a large, fixed arched window that is on the 3rd floor. They did encounter a problem with the thickness of the gap between the panes on the day of the install but caught it before fully removing the original window. They were out the next business day to finish the job. First day it was raining; second day the wind was rather bad. No complaints from them. Also had them replace the fixed glass in french doors with ones that have the built-in blinds. We will use UPA again if the need arises. -
Nicole Stirling
Great experience. Fast service, good communication, excellent product. -
Lance Beech
Great installer did a gray job fast I have nothing but good to say about the company and the people who work there -
sandra bithell-hottel
professional, timely and quality workmanship they’ve done three doors for me and they stand behind their workmanship! -
Michael St Clair
They have done 3 pet doors for me over the last 6 years and every time they have done an amazing job. They are very professional and cleanup everything when done. It always looks great and they have amazing solutions for every house I have put a dog door in. -
Hunter Bigelow
We love our glass door with the pet door! One of the best purchases we have made for both us and our pets. Utah Pet Access was great to work with and were professional and knowledgeable throughout the process. Would 100% recommend them to anybody. -
John Skedros
They are a great company to work with. We had a small problem with the door. It was still under warranty and they came by and fixed it without any hassle to us. -
Amanda Marriott
Brad and Utah Pet Access has been absolutely amazing! The door is not only beautiful, but is functional. From the time that we communicated with Brad to the time the door was installed…was seamless and smooth. Great communication. The installation was precise and quick. The installer was kind and professional. Good with my 3 German Shepherds and he did amazing work. I would highly recommend Utah Pet Access for any of your door and pet door needs! Thank you!! -
Jenny D
We absolutely love our pet door!! The employees are very kind and pleasant to work with! I highly recommended them. -
R.D. Parsons
Life changing as a pet owner after we were able to get a dog door installed. Happy pets and happy owners. Pet Access was fast, professional and friendly when it came to getting the project completed. -
Darrell Poleviyaoma
Utah Per Access had a wonderful and great customer service. Great installation and great product will totally recommend them to someone else and family. -
Cristian Wood
Trevor and his team are as professional as they come! They are always going above and beyond and providing an outstanding experience. I have and would still highly recommend them. -
Jennifer Bellows
Great company to work with! So responsive and reliable! My large Labrador loves his large Endura Flap door. Took less than a month from the initial phone call to install. I highly recommend this company. -
Heather Bandiola
We had a great experience with our pet door purchase, the customer service, and installation. We not only got the pet door installed but had the glass on the other side replaced also. We had it installed over a year ago and we're still happy with it. Thank you! -
dbbedoya
Did an amazing job and adapted to some last minute changes to make it even more accessible for my doggie! Thank you so much! Great company to work with! -
Lindsay Flesch
We just recently ordered and had a beautiful patio door with dog and blind insert installed. Utah Pet Access went above and beyond to ensure that we were happy with our finished product. I would strongly recommend this company for your pet door installation. Their customer service was excellent. Thank you Utah Pet Access! -
William B
Great work. The dogs love it and I’ve had zero issues with the door or installation. -
Michelle Flesher
I love, love, love my pet door from Utah Pets. I was very worried about getting the measurements right, but with Trevor's help it was a breeze. Thanks so much. -
candace ashby
These guys were awesome. Great service, friendly, my dog door looks awesome. I’ve sent them to a few of my neighbors. Highly recommend! -
Steve Uragami
Pet door works great!! Installation was fast and clean. -
Mark Zambrzycki
Had an excellent experience with Utah Pet Access getting a dog door installed in my glass patio slider. Trevor was extremely responsive and helpful. He worked with my glass company to get the order done right and shipped to them. It was then installed perfectly, with no issues. Please give them a call!!! -
David Artica
My wife and I have loved this product. Our dog goes in and out to our backyard at will. It’s nice to not have to worry about her being stuck inside all day. Best of all I never had to buy a sliding door, or drill any holes in ours -
Chad Anderson
Easy to work with. Great product. -
Jenny Yergensen
Super easy to work with, did a fantastic job and were less than one or two other competitors that I looked at! Would definitely recommend…having a doggie door for our 2 dogs has been a complete game changer! -
Sarah Willardson
I looked everywhere online to find a product to install in my home that would work for my dog's needs. They were the PERFECT solution. Could not be happier with the product and service! -
Melanie Hall
Worth every penny that I spent on the dog door, as it has made a huge difference for my elderly dog. Great service and workmanship. -
Jason Rabbitt
I absolutely recommend this place. Their price was the best I found in the area and they were very kind and helpful. They answered all my questions and went over all my options. I ended up being able to keep the original glass (safely stored in my home) which means if I ever sell my town house, and the buyers don't want a doggie door, Utah Pet Access will come back to my home and install the original glass (for a very reasonable install fee). The installation was quick and they helped me store the original glass safely. I've had my doggie door for over a year now, and it still works great, the magnetic latch still works very well, and my dachshund uses it every day. -
David K
They were professional and installed a great looking doggy door for us. 2 years later it still works like new. -
Andy Nichols
High quality door and professional guidance through selecting the right door for my house. -
Tony Washington
The company provided us with an excellent installation of our pet door at a very reasonable price. -
Pete Gallegos
Utah Pet Access did a great job putting a doggie door on my 8' tall French door with the blinds inside the glass. I have recommended them to many friends and family -
Abby Jenkins
Utah Pet Access was responsive, friendly, and prompt with their consultation and door installation. I've had my pet door for about a year now and have had zero issues. It is well insulated, quiet, and easy to use. The cat and dog love it! -
Kevin Edwards
Great product and very easy to install.