Backcountry Aid and Rescue Kits (BARK) were developed with a vision to provide the basic first aid essentials and know-how during emergency situations involving dogs in backcountry wilderness. BARK aims to educate owners in the value of preparing for emergencies in remote areas – and to provide the appropriate medical attention when veterinary care may be delayed or not possible. BARK provides the essential first aid supplies to triage and correctly respond to injuries, as well as educates the user in basic animal anatomy, safe handling and restraint, effective wound care and appropriate emergency triage.
BARK ensures that all owners consider their animal’s health and wellbeing as a valuable priority, rather than an afterthought. This proactive approach will not only bring awareness to the unique needs of dogs, but also provide the necessary first aid tools to recognize early signs of suffering and to effectively treat minor injuries when veterinary medical assistance is delayed or not possible.
Year-Round – overuse injuries, altitude sickness or fatigue, automotive accidents, drowning or near drowning, foot pad injuries, dehydration, abscesses and infections, cuts and bleeding wounds, airway obstruction, diarrhea and vomiting, electrocution, eye and ear injuries, hyper/hypothermia, poisoning, seizures, torn nails, lick sores and hot spots, tail injuries, tooth damage, bladder or urinary tract infections, dietary indiscretion, gastrointestinal upset, foreign body obstruction, stomach torsion and bloat, barbed wire laceration, environmental/dietary/seasonal allergies.
Are you a pet owner who loves to explore the great outdoors with your furry companion? If so, our “Pet First Aid + Wilderness Safety 101” webinar is an essential opportunity you won’t want to miss! Here’s why you should sign up:
Join us on June 18, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, and take the first step towards becoming a responsible pet adventurer. Your best friend deserves it! Reserve your spot today!
