Pet First Aid 101: Simple Emergency Care Every Pet Parent Should Know 🚑🐾✨

Accidents can happen anytime—scratches, minor cuts, upset stomachs, or sudden discomfort. Knowing a few first-aid basics can help you stay calm and support your pet until professional help is available. At UrbanTails, we believe preparation brings peace and protection. 💜

1. Build a Pet First Aid Kit 🧰🐾

A reliable kit should include:

• sterile gauze & bandage wrap
• antiseptic wipes (pet-safe)
• saline solution
• digital thermometer
• tweezers
• pet-safe antibiotic ointment
• emergency contact card

2. Treating Minor Cuts & Scrapes 🩹✨

Steps:

1. Clean the wound with saline or lukewarm water
2. Use antiseptic wipes (no alcohol!)
3. Apply a thin layer of pet-safe ointment
4. Wrap lightly with breathable bandage

3. Hot Spots & Skin Irritation Relief 🌿🔥

Use soothing sprays with aloe or hydrocortisone. Keep the area clean and prevent licking with a soft recovery collar.

4. When Pets Eat Something They Shouldn’t 🍫⚠️

If your pet ingests toxic food or plants:

• Call your vet immediately
• Keep the packaging for reference
• Do NOT induce vomiting unless a vet instructs you

5. Fever or Sudden Lethargy 🌡️🐶

Normal temperature for pets:

Dogs & Cats: 100.5°F – 102.5°F

Anything above 103°F = call a vet.

6. Pet CPR Basics (For Emergency Only) ❤️🩹

Large topic, but essentials:

• Check for breath & heartbeat
• Lay pet on right side
• Use chest compressions 100–120/min
• Alternate with rescue breaths if trained

7. Know When It’s Time for a Vet Visit 🏥✨

Seek immediate help if you see:

• excessive bleeding
• labored breathing
• persistent vomiting
• unresponsiveness
• suspected poisoning

UrbanTails’ First Aid Essentials 💛

• Pet-safe antiseptic sprays
• Portable first aid kits
• Soft recovery collars
• Saline & wound wash solutions
• Non-stick bandages & wraps

Preparation saves stress.
With a stocked first aid kit and basic skills, you’ll feel empowered to handle minor emergencies calmly and safely. UrbanTails is here to support your pet’s wellbeing—every moment of every day. 🚑🐾💜