The MED-TAC International Elite K9 First Aid Kit is a purpose-built canine medical kit for law enforcement K9 units, military working dog teams, and professional handlers. It provides rapid-access wound care, hemorrhage control, and stabilization supplies — organized in a MOLLE-compatible pouch — to treat a working dog at the point of injury when veterinary care is not immediately available.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MED-TAC International |
| Weight | 1.25 lb |
| Available Colors | Black, Coyote Tan, Olive Drab, Red |
| Mounting | MOLLE/PALS webbing compatible |
| Primary Use | Canine point-of-injury medical care; police K9, MWD, working dogs |
| Collection | Tactical K9 Equipment |
Verified Kit Contents
| Item | Qty | Item | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol Prep Pads | 2 | Allergy Tablets | 2 |
| Antibiotic Ointment Packets | 3 | Bandage Shears | 1 |
| BZK Antiseptic Towelettes | 6 | Cold Pack, 4″ × 5″ | 1 |
| Conforming Gauze Roll, 2″ | 2 | Dog Muzzle | 1 |
| Elastic Plastic Strap | 1 | Emergency Blanket | 1 |
| Hydrogen Peroxide Packet 3% | 1 | Liquid Bandage | 1 |
| Metal Tweezers and Splinter Probe | 1 | Nitrile Exam Gloves | 1 pair |
| Non-Stick Pads, 2″ × 3″ | 3 | Pet First Aid Guide | 1 |
| Self-Adhering Wrap, 2″ | 1 | Sterile Gauze Pads, 2″ × 2″ | 2 |
| Sterile Gauze Pads, 3″ × 3″ | 2 | Sterile Gauze Pads, 4″ × 4″ | 2 |
| Tongue Depressor/Finger Splint | 4 | Triangular Bandage, 40″ × 40″ × 56″ | 1 |
| Wound Irrigation Tool | 1 | Wound Wash | 2 |
Product Overview
Working dogs in law enforcement, military operations, and professional hunting face the same traumatic injury risks as their human handlers — gunshot wounds, punctures, lacerations, paw trauma, heat injury, and more. K9 Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (K9-TECC) guidelines, developed in alignment with TCCC principles, establish that immediate point-of-injury care by the handler is critical to K9 survival when veterinary care is not available. The Elite K9 First Aid Kit by MED-TAC International provides the essential tools to deliver that care.
The kit's MOLLE-compatible pouch mounts to tactical vests, load-bearing equipment, or backpacks — keeping canine medical supplies accessible and organized in the same load-out that handlers already carry. Supplies are intuitively laid out for fast deployment even under stress: wound care items (sterile gauze in three sizes, non-stick pads, conforming wraps), antiseptic preparation (BZK towelettes, alcohol preps, hydrogen peroxide), and a wound irrigation tool for flushing contaminated wounds. An included pet first aid guide supports handlers who have not had formal canine trauma training.
The included dog muzzle is a critical safety item: K9-TECC guidelines note that any injured or stressed working dog — even one that knows its handler — may bite when in pain or altered mental status. Muzzling before treatment protects the handler and ensures care can be delivered. Nitrile exam gloves maintain handler protection and prevent wound contamination during treatment. The allergy tablets address anaphylaxis risk from stings or environmental exposures. This is the standard kit; see the Elite K9 First Aid Kit – Advanced for a version that adds a TACMED K-9 Tourniquet, Beacon Chest Seal, and Z-Folded Compressed Gauze.
See also: Tactical K9 Equipment | IFAK & First Aid Kits | Massive Hemorrhage Control
All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
Available Options:
- Black
- Coyote Tan
- Olive Drab
- Red
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
