Making your own equine first aid kit budget equestrian. If you have a horse, you really should have an equine first aid kit whether its in your barn, tack room, trailer, or anywhere your horse lives. Assemble the perfect firstaid kit for unexpected emergencies. It can be applied to sores, open wounds, skin irritations, burns, and bites.
Medik training are the leading provider of nationally recognised qualifications for rider first aid training and is a high quality, dynamic training organisation with an outstanding reputation throughout the equine industry. Redmond first aid for horses is an all natural, hydrated bentonite clay that promotes natural healing. Equine first aid is the first available treatment available to a horse before a veterinarian can attend to the animal. Gather your animals vital signs and other information to give to the vet. If an equine emergency occurs stay calm and do not panic. Horse trailering accidents by katie navarra april 11, 2017 11. An important horse first aid book to have in those times of need. Prompt emergency treatment can preserve the horses life, alleviate suffering, aid in the veterinarians efforts and promote recovery. A horse first aid kit should also be part of the equipment that is taken to shows or whilst travelling. We are excited to announce that equest equine first aid will now be providing courses just for kids from 512 yrs. Authored by renowned equine veterinarian, eleanor kellon, dvm, this is the equine first aid book of choice by equimedic usa. Join the ranks of competent horse owners and learn how to recognize illness and perform lifesaving first aid procedures.
For management of a burn in a horse, administration of isotonic fluids, at a rate of 4 mlkg% burn, in the first 24 hours onehalf of which is given in the first 8 hours is recommended, but fluid resuscitation is best titrated to maintain stable and adequate blood pressure. Be prepared in case of an emergency with a horse first aid. Horse 911 emergency first aid book horses emergencies. Kellons guide to first aid for horses book by eleanor kellon.
Kellons guide to first aid for horses 2nd edition 2005 eleanor kellon on. First aid action the aim of first aid is to take immediate action when an injury is discovered, to prevent the condition getting worse while awaiting veterinary assistance. A first aid kit for horses should contain essential items such as gauze pads, bandages, duct tape, leg wraps, scissors, and more, which you may need to help your horse while you wait for the vet in the case of an emergency. The future of veterinary medicine in your community today. I attended the nkc equestrian training course on horse first aid which was brilliant. Items for a first aid kit for emergency care in the event your horse suffers an injury. About the book author audrey pavia is the former editor of horse illustrated magazine and an awardwinning freelance writer specializing in equine subjects.
The horse aid deluxe first aid kit is veterinarian approved and contains all of the supplies that you will need to provide immediate attention to your horse in the event of an emergency. Equine trauma and first aid merck veterinary manual. Horse first aid kits should include everything you need for treating minor abrasions to more serious injuries. The complete book of equine firstaid hayes dvm ms, karen e. Learn how to prepare for a trailer accident and how your first aid preparations can save the lives of both horses and people. First aid health center equimed horse health matters. Equine emergency first aid my horse university online. Having a vet there to answer any questions raised was extremely helpful, they dispelled myths and that ive picked up through the years. Create a top notch horse first aid kit for every emergency. A service provided by horse riders for horse riders. Giving your horse a good once over with your eyes and hands can help you discover many types of problems. Redmond first aid can also help draw out infection and prevent proud flesh. She has authored articles on various equine topics in a number of horse publications, including western horseman, horses usa, thoroughbred times, appaloosa journal, paint horse journal, veterinary product news, and usdf. Stored in a conspicuous spot, its at your fingertips the moment.
This will be for a gift to someone new to horse ownership. These can also be used to remove a very loose shoe. Equine first aid as a horse owner, you must know how to recognize problems, respond promptly and take appropriate action while waiting for the veterinarian to arrive. When applied, the clay seals the area, which helps keep flies and bacteria away from the affected area. Record book include stable name and registered or show name if applicable. I once heard of a book that listed very easy to understand stepbystep instructions to treat a variety of things, plus how to identify various problems, but unfortunately i dont remember what it was. Whether you own one horse or take care of many, at, we offer with our amazing horse first aid kit, a horse first aid book, and a library full of howto videos to help the horse owners and trainers keep their horse healthy, pain free and happy. A pair of sharp scissors is essential in a horse first aid kit. Kellons guide to first aid for horses by eleanor kellon sound professional advice on what to do until the veterinarian arrives.
Having the basic first aid skills can make a huge difference when an accident occurs. Kellons guide to first aid for horses 2nd edition 2005. Calm yourself gather your wits about you and proceed in a slow calm manner. The great color coding and sectional organization of this book will make it easy for you to find what you are looking for, and needing to find and know, in an emergency. Expert first aid under wraps item world of warcraft. Horse first aid, horse first aid kits and emergency techniques are covered in this must have book.
Loving, dvm, and medical doctor, gilbert preston, md, their new book is complete with drawings, images and charts. This horse first aid kit includes antiseptic ointment, flexible cohesive wrap, thermometer, gauze pads, and many more items. Horse aid deluxe first aid kit schneiders saddlery. Since this article was published, the colicare program has been upgraded to provide. Nkc equestrian sign up to receive your free horse first.
Everyday cuts and grazes need proper treatment as soon as possible to prevent. Horse first aid kit basic supplies several rolls of vet wrap store in a large plastic zip lock bag to keep soft, pliable and sticky cotton roll gauze pads 4x4 sanitary pads disposable baby diapers water them down, place in freezer, then use as an ice wrap bandage scissors digital or traditional rectal thermometer note. Horse owners understand the importance of always being prepared for the worst with first aid supplies for horses, such as syringes, stethoscopes, and twitches. A simple first aid kit, kept in the tack room or stable yard, is a necessity for every horse keeper. Youth learn the importance of first aid as well as techniques for taking care of cuts and scrapes, nosebleeds, stings, burns, and other concerns. Horse insurance card mapdirections to the show facility. Horse aid kit includes a horse first aid book and essential products to take care of horse emergencies. Looking for a book that basically tells a horse owner how they can. The health of uspc members and their horses or ponies is of primary importance.
And today, the complex relationship between horses and humans is still flourishing. A first aid kit for horses should contain essential items for emergencies such as pads, bandages, tape, wraps, scissors, and more. Please refer to the red cross information available at this link link as of 92817. Alliance first aid book stormgaurd find the friendlys go over the bridge he is to your right. This course provided useful practical advice and if youll excuse the pun straight from the horses mouth. A first aid kit for horses should contain essential items for emergencies such as. You might want to put together more than one kitone for the barn, one for the trailer and a small kit containing nonstick gauze and a crepe bandage, to take with you on the trails. We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985, and since then have continued to strive to produce highquality equestrian books and videos for the good of the horse. Place a photographs of your horse in the space above for identification purposes. Carrying a separate human first aid kit is also advantageous. Medik training equine first aid training for horse riders.
Uspc horse management required equipment checklist. Join the ranks of competent horse owners and learn how. Call the veterinarian or send someone to seek help. Keep a clean set of leg wraps handy for emergencies. If you have wire fences there is a chance your horse could get entangled. A barns firstaid kit, with all the essentials in one place, is a great idea for any horse owner. The heimlich instructions for babies have been updated since the book was published. You will also learn about those indispensable items that you need to keep inside your equine firstaid kit. Kellons guide to first aid for horses new pricing the equine emergency care bible. Can anyone recommend a good book about first aid for horse owners.
Every second counts, and this concise book to horse first aid will guide you until the vet arrives. L acerations, punctures, colic, abscesses, eye injuries, choke. Trafalgar square books, and its online bookstore, is a small business based on a farm in rural vermont. Find out what items should be in your horses firstaid kit, what theyre. Remember that a first aid kit is only useful in an emergency if it is right where you need it. Ideal to have in your barn, trailer or take along to shows or while on trail rides. This invaluable kit has been veterinarian approved for barn, tack, trailer and trail.
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