FIRST AID SUPPLIES FOR THE BARN
by Sharon Lamm
1. Extra halter and lead ropes
2. Clippers (Battery powered
3. Old blankets
(We keep our supplies in an old non-working refrigerator which keeps them clean and the storage temperature relatively constant,) To be prepared for emergencies around the barn, here are some of the things we keep on hand:
1. Commercial first aid kit
2. Baggie of band-aids and towelettes
3. 2x2 or 2X3 gauze pads
4. 4x4 gauze pads
5. Kotex (for bulk dressing)
6. Clear bandaging tape
7. "KLING" dressing
8. Vet wrap (Several rolls)
9. 36" latex bandage
10. Velcro straps
11. Betadine solution
12. Nitrofurazone ointment
13. Antibiotic ointment
14. Phenylbutazone ("BUTE") tabs and paste
15. "SWAT" fly repellant ointment
16. "CUT HEAL"
17. "FURALL" spray
18. "ICHTHAMMOL" ointment
19. "B-KALM" paste
20. "DESITIN" ointment
21. Electrolytes
22. Zinc oxide ointment
23. 12cc bent tip catheter
24. Scissors
25. Forceps or tweezers
26. Thermometer
27. Kleenex
28. Duct tape
29. Sponge
30. Leather belt
31. Hoof Pick w/ brush
32. Old bath towels
33. Turkey baster
34. Small rubber bands
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Be sure to inspect your first aid supplies periodically, at least twice a year. You may be surprised as to what's been used up, and also it's a good idea to re-familiarize yourself with what you have.
4. Clean buckets
5. Flashlights
6. Sheets
Also around the barn, you should have around
