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Equine First Aid KitEvery horse owner should be prepared for any emergency. One of the best ways to be prepared is to have a First Aid Kit. There is no first aid kit that covers all emergencies, but they can mitigate damage or provide enough support until a vet can be reached. There are many commercially prepared Equine First Aid Kits and they are good. If you use one of these you may also want to add items that they may not have or medications you horse uses or your vet recommends. If you would like to put one together here are some items you might want to include in your first aid kit.
We have found some other items while we were researching this article that we found interesting that you may want to include in your kit. On one site they suggested sanitary napkins or diapers. These are great if you have a large wound that is bleeding profusely and they are clean. An another item was a 1-2” diameter hose that can be inserted into the horse’s nose should it suffer an allergic reaction. Horses can not breathe through their mouth and a hose can keep their airway clear. Another site suggested duct tape or superglue, which can hold the edges of an injury together. Remember to clean the area thoroughly before using the superglue, as you would be closing in any dirt or debris, which could cause infection. An item that was suggested that some of us have used very effectively is Bach Rescue Remedy. A few drops in the nose or mouth of a panicked horse can calm them enough that you can treat injuries. A very important item that isn’t on the list, but should be with you at all times, is a cell phone. If you are riding trails it can bring rescue to you or your horse. If you are on the road it can get you help. Another good idea is to have your vet's and farrier's phone numbers programmed into speed dial. A cell phone is necessary, but it is assumed that most of us have ours on us at all times anyway. Remember that these kits aren’t helpful unless you have them with you. They should be carried with you in your vehicle if you are on the road or in the barn. You can make a smaller kit to carry with you while you are on the trail. First Aid Kits should be with you where you need them. Also, please ensure that you have a kit for yourself (a human one) and for any other animals that you may have. First Aid kits can and do save lives and are very important, so go get yours started today.
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Equine First Aid Kit
Justice for Horses
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