The Bramton Company has launched a colourful self-adhering pet bandage conveniently available through pet stores. This is great news because, until now, this type of product has only been available from vets and saddlers.

Named Pet Wrap, the bandages are sold in 5cm x 2m rolls in a selection of colours - white, purple, green, pink, teal, red, blue and black. The beauty of this type of bandage is that it sticks only to itself and not to a pets’ hair or skin making it easy to apply by a novice. The bandage is elasticated and flexible so animals' joints can move freely under the dressing.

As it is recommended that pet owners keep first aid kits in their home and car, the launch of Pet Wrap is eagerly awaited. Dog owners who have experienced a cut pad will realise that a quickly applied dressing will reduce any risk of infection, and save their car from becoming stained with blood on the way to the vet! A roll of Pet Wrap provides a vital addition to a pet's first aid kit, and on wounds should be used over a hygienic dressing.

Pet Wrap is very convenient to use. Not many pets stay still for a dressing to be applied, but because Pet Wrap is elasticated and only sticks to itself, it is fast and easy to apply. When stretched slightly the bandage stays in place like magic, without the use of pins or tape. The product lends itself to dressing odd shapes and can easily be torn by hand, avoiding the use of scissors.

With a pack of Pet Wrap retailing for just £2.80, its launch gives pet owners the chance to buy a professional product for re-dressing, following an operation or injury, from their local pet store! Pet Wrap can also be applied for support when a pet is recovering from a sprain or strain. Unlike conventional plasters, Pet Wrap can even be removed, repositioned and re-used. Removal of this type of bandage is simple and less stressful for a pet too!

Nice and light and airy to allow the pet's skin to breathe, several layers of Pet Wrap provides protection from moisture and repels dirt, helping to keep the bandage looking good and feeling great. Owners of show dogs such as Yorkshire Terriers and Afghan Hounds find Pet Wrap ideal for protecting long hair on the way to a show.

Pet Wrap joins The Bramton Company's range of pet hygiene products, which are distributed nationally through a variety of suppliers. If you have any difficulty obtaining supplies call Bramton on 01480 46 45 50 or email tgooders@waitrose.com