Just as you would keep a well stocked First Aid Kit in your home medicine chest, you should get and maintain one for your Cavy. The following list should help you to develop a kit that will serve you in treating minor problems or until a Veterinarian can be reached in an emergency.
SUPPLIES
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Hydrogen Peroxide |
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Vaseline |
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Antibiotic Ointment - Mycitracin & Panalog |
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Mytox |
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Tetracycline or Sulfa Oral Systemic
Antibiotic |
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Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment |
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Vetrachloracin Ophthalmic Ointment |
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Anti-Fungal Cream |
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Imodium A-D Liquid with dropper |
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Ivermectin 1% or paste |
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Flea & Tick powder for cats/kittens only (spray may be used but is more difficult to handle) - Mycodex Sensi-Care by Pfizer |
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Mycodex Shampoo |
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Vitamin A Capsules |
EQUIPMENT
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1/2cc, 1cc and 5cc syringes (removable needles) |
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scalpel (plastic) #12 |
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scissors (small/sharp) |
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eye droppers |
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tape (nylon/paper - type that doesn't pull hair) |
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cotton swabs |
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nail clippers |
