Canine Conversations

In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Pine Irwin about field safety prep. Science Highlight: None this week  Classes to Consider: Wilderness First Responder, WFR Trap Release Workshop Canine CPR Before You Go: Check weather Check terrain for water access, gullies, cliffs, other hazards Learn about wildlife - snakes, predators, big herbivores, cattle, loose dogs. What are the risks with them? What can be done to mitigate these risks? Check where property lines are in case of private property crossings. Nearest emergency vet Nearest emergency room Permethrin clothes as needed Add Seresto collar as needed (we use in addition to Bravecto) Spray dog with Show Sheen to reduce burr/foxtail collection as needed Double-check medications and gear to ensure nothing is expired, damaged, or missing On The Dog: GPS Collar Hi-Visibility Vest Bell In The Hip Pack/Fanny Pack: GPS (paired with GPS collar) Cell Phone Styptic Powder Tweezers Trauma Shea