It is estimated that up to 60% of animal hospital visits are emergency in nature. Knowing the skills and techniques of Pet First Aid & CPR can mean the difference between life and death, between temporary and permanent disability, and between expensive vet care and reasonable home care.
Why should you learn Pet CPR & First Aid?
While we all hope that no accidents or emergencies happen to our beloved pets, chances are, something will happen in their lifetime. We want you to be prepared and feel comfortable to help in the event of:
Shock Management
Choking Procedures
Cuts/Wounds
Poison Control
Bleeding
Respiratory arrest or worse
Who should take a Pet CPR & First Aid class?
Our Pet CPR & First Aid classes are perfect for pet owners and pet care professionals alike! Our students range from pet owners, pet groomers, kennel workers, shelter volunteers etc. Our classes are taught by lecture, demonstration, and hands on work. Each participant in our CPR & Pet First Aid class will receive a workbook as well as a completion certificate.
What are some skills I will learn?
Choking Management and Bleeding Protocols
How to safely approach, restrain and muzzle an injured or ill pet
Rescue breathing & CPR
Assessing normal vitals such as heart rate and temperature
How to handle snake bites, ticks and bee stings. Snout to Tail assessment, and much more
It is important to have hands on practice with our Demo Dogs for an optimal learning experience. We recommend "going all out" during this class. Energy and enthusiasm are BIG in this class
Our Pet First Aid & CPR classes are taught following the guidelines of Pet Tech, the leader in pet first aid & cpr classes nationwide. Upon completion of the class you will receive a certificate, good for two years.
