Equine First Aid Kit

The Sunrise Equine First Aid Kit is Available for $65.00!!

Sudden illnesses and injuries to your horse can occur at any time. Be prepared with a well stocked first aid kit. It could save your horse's life. 

Here are the basic supplies you will need: 

·                     Thermometer (normal temp = 100 Degrees F)

·                     Stethoscope - to listen to heart rate (normal = 30-40 beats per minute) - to listen to gastrointestinal sounds (normal gurgling is always heard)

·                     Normal respiratory rate = 12 breaths per minute

·                     Watch with a second hand

·                     Iodine based surgical scrub (Betadine) - for washing wounds

·                     Sterile 4"x 4" gauze sponges - for washing wounds and compresses

·                     Disposable diapers or roll cotton - for compresses and bandage padding

·                     6" stretch gauze (Kling) rolls - to keep padding in place

·                     3" sterile non-stretch pads ("telfa") -  to cover wound

·                     Nitrofurazone powder or ointment

·                     Bandage scissors

·                     Adhesive and duct tape

·                     Clean bucket

·                     Rope and halter

·                     Hoof pick

·                     Twitch

·                     Clipper

·                     Fly spray

·                     Electrolytes (powder or gel) - for when your horse is working hard

Promptly restock items once you've used them. Depending on your horse's medical history, other items may be required in your first aid kit. 

And lastly, keep your veterinarian’s phone number near the phone!