Animal Wound Care Aid

By Terry Fitzroy

In homes around the world, the family pet is definitely part of the family and there is simply nothing we wouldn't do to make sure our pet has a long, happy, and healthy life. And that's why more and more of us are taking time to learn a little animal first aid.

Knowing even just a little bit of pet first aid, means that you will be able to help your pet should it become injured or ill. Just like kids, animals can be curious and as a result, they can sometimes get themselves into trouble. We are prepared to handle both minor and major emergencies with our children, and although we hope that never happens we are prepared. With animal wound care we can be just as prepared.

A pet kit will hold many of the items that a human first aid kit will hold - Gauze, tape, scissors, antiseptic; alcohol to clean wounds, antibacterial cream for infection, tweezers, and rubber tubing, or a muzzle. You can also buy self-adhesive wrap at the pet store, which can be used for sprains and to hold gauze in place.

When an animal is in pain it may snap and even bite trying to keep you away from the wound. Be careful because no matter how much your pet loves you when in pain they can be unpredictable. The rubber tubing that you put in your animal first aid kit can be used to gently tie your pet's mouth so that you can safely look at the injury. If your pet is a dog and you have a muzzle in your first aid kit, then of course use it. You don't need a bite to deal with while trying to administer first aid.

Your animal kit is the first line of treatment should your pet become injured. If the injury is serious your pet should immediately see the vet. Minor cuts and scrapes can be easily handled but should always be disinfected and properly cleaned because they can quickly become infected. When in doubt always see your veterinarian. You should also keep an eye on minor injuries to make sure they don't fester.

Lifesaving first aid may be beyond the ability of your animal first aid kit; however do the best you can and then transport immediately to your vet. Keep the number of your vet handy, and hopefully someone can phone ahead for your arrival so that the vet's office is prepared.

To go with your animal first aid kit it's also a good idea to get some basic wound care skills. Your vet can probably assist you with the basics and there is plenty of help online that can have you ready to handle any pet emergency.

You can either put together your own animal aid kit or you can buy a handy kit that's already got everything in it, plus a convenient case. Keep it handy in the house and if you take your pet with you in the car you should have an animal first aid kit in your car too.

Your pet is part of your family so make sure you have your animal first aid kit ready for any emergency.



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Cutting Pet Care Costs

Without Sacrificing Their Health

By Lucy Barnett

Living a simple life sometimes can revolve around reducing costs. And having a pet, regardless of size or species, can often be a big drain on financial resources. Though there are some that see a pet as a frivolous indulgence, many people feel their animal relationships are the most rewarding. If you love animals and feel that you're up for the responsibilities, their companionship can fit into almost any budget.

There are fixed costs beyond the initial purchase price of Fido or Felix. Before buying a specific breed of animal, consider checking out public or private animal rescues to find your animal friend. Regardless of budget, here are some points to consider.

* Food. Buy the best you can. Good quality food plays a significant role in maintaining your pet's health currently and long term. Making your own food can give you the best value between food quality and cost but it depends on how sensitive your animal's stomach is. Also, making your own food requires a fair amount of research and prep time. A high quality food will keep your pet healthy and ahppy.
* Grooming. Spending a little time daily taking care of your animal's nails and coat can minimize long term problems. Your pet gets the benefit of some one-on-one attention and you have the chance to keep your pet in tip-top shape. Cats benefit from daily brushing to combat hair balls and dogs will have less matting and a better coat. Physically handling your animal daily will make you aware of any marks, bites or other physical issues that need attending to and help prevent any serious infections.
* Education. A hundred years ago, most people had some level of skill with animal husbandry. Everyone who wants to have animals should visit the library and be prepared to learn the basics. Having some knowledge of your animal's systems and health needs can help to identify the small problems from the big. Obviously, if your pet has experienced trauma or can no longer move, eat, drink, pass urine etc., it is time to consult a veterinarian. However, in terms of daily care and smaller health issues, there is no reason why you can't be proactive and assume care for your pet.
* Shop around. Prices for vaccines and spaying or neutering can vary dramatically from clinic to clinic. Lower price doesn't always mean lower level of care. Call around in different areas to see how prices change and always ask your friends and family for recommendations.
* Care. this should be common-sense but keep your animals in places where they are safe. Cats have significantly longer lives if they stay indoors (or are only let out if they are supervised). Dogs should always be secure on a leash or in a fenced area they can't escape from. Smaller animals need to be kept in spaces where the possibility of being attacked or stepped on is reduced. Accidents can cause financial hardship in addition to leading to the loss of a beloved pet.

Preventative care is essential to keeping pet costs low. Spend the time now to save the dough later.



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How to Show Animal Kindness

By Francine Larson

Recently, we had two additions to our family. Two of our four daughters adopted a dog. Everyone in the family has one or two dogs, cats, rabbits and even a horse. Our daughters grew up with horses, dogs, cats, rabbits, and even ducks. So this love of animals stayed with them and now their children love animals, too.

I think animals give more to us that we could possible realize. First of all, they give unconditional love. It doesn't matter how we look or what the world thinks, they love us. It has been proven that owning an animal lowers blood pressure. I even read about a little boy that could not learn to read until a dog was allowed to sit with him.

Dogs may not speak but they understand what you are talking about and even when you are not feeling up to par. What a blessing they are!

Here are a few tips and activities on being kind to animals from the humane society of the United States:

Get the word out: Educate your friends, family and teachers about cruelty and its connection to human violence by sharing information and materials from The Humane Society of the United States at http://www.hsus.org.

Start an animal protection club at your school. Visit http://www.humaneteen.org/?q=node/44. View the activities that teens are doing for animals and start a club similar.

Make the 'Net' work: If you find an Internet site that promotes animal abuse, urge the service provider that hosts the website to remove it immediately. You can find the address of the website provider at networksolutions.org.

Keep a lookout: If you see a stray or injured animal, contact your local animal care and control agency or the police. Provide a description of the animal and the location.

Be a responsible pet owner: Don't let your cats and dogs roam. Cats are safest indoors. When outdoors, dogs should be walked on a leash or supervised in a fenced yard. It's up to you to keep your pets safe and out of harm's way.

Animal Control Jobs

Good Paying Animal Control Jobs!

By Mark Dotson


That is not something you hear about every day! Animal Control jobs are normally not very high on the wage scale. The people working these animal control and care jobs have huge hearts and make a great sacrifice in pay just to do them and understandably so. Their reward may not be financial and many of them would do it for nothing if they had to. They do it for the love of the job and helping animals live a better life.

Loving ones job is very important to living a full and happy life. Money does not buy happiness and receiving a high salary in a job that you hate does make you feel better, but not absolutely content.

The wildlife industry has taken shape in the last decade and has created some good paying Animal Control jobs.

These jobs are very unique and require a different skill set than the traditional Police Department Animal Control that primarily works with domestic animals such as dogs and cats.

Animal Control Officers must undergo rigorous law enforcement training, human relations training and animal care and control certifications. A lot of training is required for becoming an Animal Control Officer. Some agencies carry firearms and more training is required for this certification.

Often cities and counties are not adequately funded to pay their Animal Control Officers a good wage. These people are often on the front lines risking their lives in much the same way as a Police Officer, but with less pay!

You wouldn't think that their job would carry too much risk with the exception of a dog bite would you? But the reality is that Animal Control Agents have guns pulled on them, punches thrown and other violent behavior directed at them during the course of their work. Some even find drugs at the property while interviewing a pet owner. This could lead to a more dangerous encounter on the job with someone protecting their "cash crop" of marijuana or worse!

Animal Control Officer Jobs and an Animal Care Control job are not without risks.

So where does that leave someone who wants to work with animals but may not want the risk of a disgruntled pet owner to deal with?

It could very well lead you to working with wildlife in a more relaxed and stress free environment. We have yet to have someone pull a gun on us because we were removing the squirrels from their attic! If they do, they can certainly keep those squirrels in their attic!

Wildlife is such a fun and exciting career. The challenges are always there to hold your interest and each day is different than the one before. Our clients love to see us when we arrive. Our job is a much needed service and a very important one. In fact Animal Control Officers and Wildlife Management Professionals work in concert to help wildlife and domestic animals. It is not uncommon for the Wildlife Management Professional to remove cats and even dogs that are hard to capture. Together they make a great team to help their community control wildlife and animals when things get out of control.

Explore the opportunities out there and investigate working with wildlife as your new career!


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