Storm Season Is Here: Does Your Pet First Aid Kit Have What It Needs?

You've checked your flashlights, rotated the batteries in your weather radio, and stocked the pantry with bottled water and non-perishables. But when's the last time you looked inside your pet's emergency kit?

For millions of pet owners, the answer is: never. Most households that have a pet first-aid kit at all are using a basic store-bought set, such as bandages, antiseptic wipes, and maybe a pair of tweezers. That's a start, but when severe weather strikes, the dangers your dog or cat will face go far beyond a scraped paw on a normal day.

Here's how to build a pet first aid kit that's actually ready for what spring and summer can throw at you.

Start With the Essentials (If You Don't Already Have Them)