First Aid Kit

quakerfriend
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First Aid Kit Jun 18, 2015 15:28:21 GMT -5 aaron likes this

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Post by quakerfriend on Jun 18, 2015 15:28:21 GMT -5

So I've compiled a list of things you should have in your birdy first aid kit...anyone have anything else to add?

Pad of paper and pen
Thermometer/hygrometer
Humidifier
250 watt heat lamp (place 2-4 feet away from cage)
Heating pad
2 soft and thick towels (for restraint and lining cage)
Scale
Betadine scrub
Small and large plastic syringes (no needle)
Non-greasy antibiotic ointment
Cotton balls and swabs
Low perch
Penlight
Styptic powder and cornstarch
Scissors and wire cutters
Tweezers
First aid lotion
Needle nosed pliers
Nail clippers and nail file
Cloth/gauze bandages and pads
Antiseptic swabs
Alcohol
Vet wrap and wound adhesive tape
Pedialyte (for electrolyte replacement)
Ceramic dishes
Eyedropper
Heat pad
Eye wash
Saline solution
Baby bird formula
Travel carrier
Sanitary wipes
Mild dishwashing detergent
Bottled water and baggie of Food
Large plastic container/tank (keeps supplies and is hospital area)
Address, phone, and hours of vet and animal emergency center
Number of Poison Control Center
Book with section on care of a sick bird

Last Edit: Jun 18, 2015 18:04:53 GMT -5 by quakerfriend

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"The more we understand animals, the more we understand people. The more we understand people, the more we understand ourselves."

Jan and Shah
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First Aid Kit Jun 18, 2015 16:14:44 GMT -5

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Post by Jan and Shah on Jun 18, 2015 16:14:44 GMT -5

That's more than I have in my own first aid kit which really only consists of Betadine and band aids

I am fortunate that I live close to 2 bird vets so if there are any problems, the birds go straight to them. However, I think you have compiled an excellent first aid list that covers everything. Well done

easttex Top Bird/Chief Slave Posts: 2,410	First Aid Kit Jun 18, 2015 17:47:25 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by easttex on Jun 18, 2015 17:47:25 GMT -5 I think it's a great list, too. The only thing I can think of to add would be the phone number of the Poison Control Center. I'm not sure how that might pertain outside of the US.
	Quaker Peppy (RIP my sweet pea), CAG Allie, dogs Wanda and Bonnie, feral kitties Cleo and Antoinette, mice Charlotte and Emily, née Jake and Elwood

quakerfriend Hatchling Posts: 41	First Aid Kit Jun 18, 2015 18:06:03 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by quakerfriend on Jun 18, 2015 18:06:03 GMT -5 Added it! I always feel like I should be prepared for anything...maybe I'm just a little paranoid haha
	~Ariel "The more we understand animals, the more we understand people. The more we understand people, the more we understand ourselves."

Jan and Shah Top Bird/Chief Slave Posts: 1,576	First Aid Kit Jun 18, 2015 19:49:22 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Jan and Shah on Jun 18, 2015 19:49:22 GMT -5 It's better to be paranoid than have a catastrophe occur and not be prepared for it. Once I move to the country next year, I will take another look at your list and set up a first aid kit as vets are further away.

aaron Senior Forum Manager Cupcake's Dad Posts: 2,217	First Aid Kit Jun 18, 2015 23:23:52 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by aaron on Jun 18, 2015 23:23:52 GMT -5 That's a great list! I can't think of anything to add. I must confess that I don't have half of that stuff handy. I have some work to do
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biteybird Top Bird/Chief Slave Still alive! Posts: 2,780	First Aid Kit Jun 19, 2015 2:55:36 GMT -5 julianna and aaron like this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by biteybird on Jun 19, 2015 2:55:36 GMT -5 The only thing I always have handy on that list is ...'alcohol' Now I'm feeling a bit negligent.
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leyster
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First Aid Kit Nov 9, 2015 3:31:20 GMT -5 via mobile easttex likes this

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Post by leyster on Nov 9, 2015 3:31:20 GMT -5

Thanks for the list. I had some already set aside. I also have an evacuation tub right at my door ready to go with pellets for my quaker, seed mix for my budgie, kibble for my dog. As well as bottled water, spare money and leash oh and a couple of blankets. I too may be paranoid but yesterday morning there was a truck fire next door, I moved my birds closer to the door just in case the fire spread. It didn't and no one was hurt.

easttex Top Bird/Chief Slave Posts: 2,410	First Aid Kit Nov 9, 2015 5:08:27 GMT -5 julianna and aaron like this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by easttex on Nov 9, 2015 5:08:27 GMT -5 "Spare money" - what is that, and where can I get some? You sound very prepared. I'm nowhere near that organized.
	Quaker Peppy (RIP my sweet pea), CAG Allie, dogs Wanda and Bonnie, feral kitties Cleo and Antoinette, mice Charlotte and Emily, née Jake and Elwood

julianna Top Bird/Chief Slave Posts: 1,727	First Aid Kit Nov 9, 2015 15:47:04 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by julianna on Nov 9, 2015 15:47:04 GMT -5 Great idea. This list needs to be added to one of the permanent spots on this forum. Thanks for posting it...I had no such thing prepared but I will now.

msdani1981
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First Aid Kit Nov 12, 2015 20:13:57 GMT -5 via mobile

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Nov 9, 2015 15:47:04 GMT -5 julianna said:

Great idea. This list needs to be added to one of the permanent spots on this forum. Thanks for posting it...I had no such thing prepared but I will now.

I agree, and will definitely pin this when I get to my computer.

Thank you for the list!

Dani and Zach
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Post by quakerfriend on Jun 18, 2015 15:28:21 GMT -5

Post by Jan and Shah on Jun 18, 2015 16:14:44 GMT -5

Post by easttex on Jun 18, 2015 17:47:25 GMT -5

Post by quakerfriend on Jun 18, 2015 18:06:03 GMT -5

Post by Jan and Shah on Jun 18, 2015 19:49:22 GMT -5

Post by aaron on Jun 18, 2015 23:23:52 GMT -5

Post by biteybird on Jun 19, 2015 2:55:36 GMT -5

Post by leyster on Nov 9, 2015 3:31:20 GMT -5

Post by easttex on Nov 9, 2015 5:08:27 GMT -5

Post by julianna on Nov 9, 2015 15:47:04 GMT -5

Post by msdani1981 on Nov 12, 2015 20:13:57 GMT -5