First Aid for Your Canicross Dog

Knowing basic first aid for your dog is essential for any canicross participant.

Before Every Run

Check paw pads for cuts or cracks

Ensure nails are trimmed

Check harness fit and condition

Assess weather conditions

Common Issues

**Cuts and Grazes**: Clean with saline solution, apply antiseptic, bandage if needed. Seek vet advice if deep.

**Heat Exhaustion**: Stop immediately. Move to shade. Apply cool (not cold) water to paws, belly and inner thighs. Offer water. Seek urgent veterinary care.

**Sore Pads**: Rest until healed. Use booties for protection during recovery. Apply paw wax to condition pads.

Your Canicross First Aid Kit

Saline solution for wound cleaning

Sterile gauze and bandages

Vet wrap (self-adhesive bandage)

Tweezers for removing debris

Paw wax

Emergency contact number for your vet