Rubbing alcohol and alcohol swabs
Hibitane (chlorhexidine) as a disinfectant. Do NOT use hydrogen peroxide since it can cause tissue injury
Silver nitrate sticks for bleeding nails. Do not use on blood feathers, skin or beak (can cause tissue destruction and systemic toxicity but is safe for nails). I no longer use Kwik Stop since I inadvertently got some of the powder in a bird's eye resulting in conjunctivitis
Artificial tears- in case of irritant eye exposures
Gelfoam - stops bleeding from flesh wounds. I cut this into small pieces suitable for applying to leg injuries. I get the gelfoam from my avian vet
Tissue glue - to stop bleeding from non-damaged blood feathers
Hemostat or needle tip pliers to remove broken blood feathers etc.
Sterile saline for irrigation
Lactated Ringer's solution
Gauze swabs
Vetwrap
Micropore tape
Assorted bandages
Tegaderm dressing - excellent for covering certain types of open wounds
Aloe vera gel - may provide relief for scalds or burns
Polysporin cream (topical antibiotic)
Scissors
Assorted syringes for feeding, irrigation or for parenteral administration of fluids. (I am able to give injections to my birds and will give subcutaneous Lacated Ringer's solution if a bird is dehydrated or in shock.)
Oral electrolyte replacement preparation eg. Gastrolyte, Ricelyte (powders that can be made up into solution for oral rehydration therapy)
Handfeed formula ( for sick birds)
Antacid preparation - in case bird accidentally ingests an irritant plant or substance. (I do not have poisonous plants in my home.)
Hot/cold pack
Wire cutters
Magnifying head piece ("hoop") with light attached
In addition to the above, I have an Aquabrood unit and a 10 gallon glass aquarium with a cover already set up ready in which to place a sick or injured bird. I place a heating pad under half of the aquarium. I also have ready access to a portable oxygen unit for egg-binding and other emergencies.
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