My Product Picks: Travel Edition
Summer is quickly approaching and when traveling with Lucy I made sure I had everything for almost any situtation, so I thought I would share my product picks: travel edition! Let's jump right in with PetTest products that everyone should have when traveling.
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The PetTest Classic Meter Kit is a must have addition to your diabetic supplies. This meter takes a small sample size of 0.3 μL, needs no coding and uses foil wrapped test strips.
Test Strips for the PetLink+ and PetTest Classic meters. They are as easy to open as a band-aid and the foil wrap protects the test strips from humidity.
Protect your PetTest Classic Meter with one of these. Bumper Cases. Made of silicone and currently available in two fabulous colors: purple and blue.
21-gauge Twist-top Lancets can be used in any almost any lancing device. Comes in two 50 packs and are single use.
This i-Catch Pole telescopes 45" making it easy to get a urine sample and has a plastic cup that is removeable and reusable.
Soothing solution for the digestive tract: ingredients like Slippery Elm Bark and Marshmallow Root create a protective coating on the gastrointestinal lining. Great for GI issues like pancreatitis, ulcers, IBD and more. Comes in two sizes: for Small Dogs & Cats, and for Large Dogs.
Colloidal Silver Spray is an anti microbial that helps reduce irritation and rashes. Relieves minor skin irritation, soothes mild allergic reactions and flea bites, promotes healing of minor cuts and scratches. For external use only. DO NOT USE ON CATS!
Keep your pet distracted while they are groomed, bathed or when it comes time to test blood glucose levels or inject insulin. Sticks to almost any flat surface, is dishwasher safe and crafted from 100% food-grade silicone.
The Advocate Insulated Portable Freezer Pack for Insulin uses medical-grade insulation to keep insulin cool for hours, even in hot temperatures. Convenient reusable freezer packs that ensure consistent cooling throughout the day.
Poop bags are essential when traveling and these are made from cornstarch so they are 100% biodegradable. They also come with a cute dispenser.
And one more imporant product pick, SYRINGES! There are many to choose from whether you use Caninsulin or human insulin like Humulin N or Levemir.
U40 syringes are made for Caninsulin and Prozinc. 0.3 cc holds 12 units, 0.5 cc holds 20 units. 5/16" (8 mm) length is acceptable for all cats and dogs under 11.63 kg. Dogs over 11.63 kg. require 1/2" (12.7 mm) length syringes.
U100 syringes are made for human insulin like Humulin, Novolin, Lantus and Levemir. 0.3 cc holds 30 units, 0.5 cc holds 50 units and 1.0 cc holds 100 units. 5/16" (8 mm) length is acceptable for all cats and dogs under 11.63 kg. Dogs over 11.63 kg. require 1/2" (12.7 mm) length syringes.
Hoping the start of your Summer is great and until next week stay comfy, don’t stress and you got this!
Michelle Miller-Matlock
AAHA Certified Diabetes Educator
Founder/Administrator of DDO: Diabetic Dog Owners University
Administrator of Diabetic Dog Owners on Facebook
Want to learn all you can in a simple and easy to follow format? Please join DDO-U: Diabetic Dog Owners University, graciously sponsored by PetTest.
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Do you need a blood glucose meter kit for your diabetes arsenal? There are two meters you can choose from, the PetTest Classic and the PetLink+ meter that has wireless technology and works seamlessly with the Digital Companion App.
USA links:
PetTest Classic Meter Kit: https://shoppettest.com/pettest-meter-kit/
PetLink+ Meter Kit: https://shoppettest.com/petlink-plus-meter-kit-includes-25-test-strips/
PetTest link: https://shoppettest.com/
Canada links:
PetTest Classic Meter Kit: https://pettest.ca/pettest-meter-kit/
PetLink+ Meter Kit: https://pettest.ca/pettest-petlink-meter-kit-includes-25-test-strips/
PetTest link: https://pettest.ca/
UK links:
PetTest Classic Meter Kit: https://pettest.uk/pettest-meter-kit-includes-25-test-strips/
PetTest link: https://pettest.uk
If you live in Australia, Wantsa Medical offers PetTest products.
New Zealand now has PetTest products through VetPost.
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