Too few horsemen maintain adequate equine first-aid and emergency kits, and even those who have some supplies on hand do not routinely update them. It is a good idea to have two emergency kits-a complete one for the barn and a smaller one for the trailer or the trail. Tape a list of the box's contents to the inside lid. Remember that drugs and ointments have an expiration date. This is sometimes noted on the list as well, so the items can be replaced as needed.
Many people like to make a diagram of the items' locations within the box as well.
When you are trying to calm your horse and hold pressure on a bad cut, you may not be able to tell a helper exactly where the needed supply is in the kit. Not everyone will need or want to stock all the items listed. Keep only items your comfortable using. No need to have epinephrine on hand if you are uncomfortable giving your horse a shot. If you don't know how, get your veterinarian to show you.