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Jo Ann:
 ::silly::   I have a first aide kit for humans, another just for my Danes and another just for my chins ... Do You?

Below is listed some items needed for a chinchilla first aide kit, please add to the list of things needed, so we can share.    :::grins::

Thanks! 
 ::wave::  Jo Ann


First Aide Kit for Chinchillas

Paper towels  (several in a zip lock baggie)
Clean white washcloths (2 also in a baggie)
Q-Tips (5 or 6 or a mini travel size pack)
Wound Wash Saline in the spray can (I think I got mine at WalMart)
gauze pads (2 to 4 individually packaged) 
roll of gauze (1/2" to 1")
Hurt-Free Tape (sticks to itself, not to the skin)
syringe
eye dropper and bottle  (check with your pharmacy for one)
Triple Antibiotic Ointment (I use Neosporin)
Betadine Solution
coffee cup or mug
small container

Debbie.nl.ca:
Yes it's been a while since we've talk about this.
 I have most of what you listed Jo Ann.
I also have,
Critical care
Vit. C in the form of calcium ascorbate powder
Calcium { I do use both on a reg basis with breeders}
and a collar should I need to stop some chewing.
I make mine from old ex rays, cover it with felt and attach closures.

Lori Ramsey Earle:
Two other things that I always have on hand, and have found to be helpful are infant simethicone(for gassy tummies) and baby aspriin(mainly used the day after chinnie dental work, if they show signs of being uncomfortable).
Lori

Jo Ann:
 ::silly::  Very good additions!

How much and how often on the vitamin C and calcium, Debbie?
Do you make your own critical care?  If so, please share the recipe.

Remember: Critical care needs to be kept refrigerated in an airtight container.

Hi Lori, Welcome to the forum!  Same question for you:

How much, per graham weight and how often on the simethicone and baby aspirin?
And please share with us what the signs of a gassy tummy are.

 ::wave::  Jo Ann

Debbie.nl.ca:
I give pregnant and nursing moms 1/4 teaspoon of Vit.c powder & 1/4 of a calcium tablet crushed and blended in a piece of dried fruit twice per week. At about 4 weeks after birth I cut back to once a week, and give a bit to all about once a month.
I buy my critical care from the vet.

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