We know that being a responsible pet owner means being prepared for any situation, including emergencies. Our Pet First Aid & CPR classes are designed to give you the skills and confidence to handle unexpected medical situations with your dog or cat. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned owner, our classes provide essential knowledge that could save your pet’s life in a critical moment.
Have you ever considered a moment when your pet requires emergency first aid or CPR? Would you know what to do to help them?
Let Rebecca prepare you to react to any emergency by providing you with the knowledge that could help potentially save your pets’ lives. Rebecca is a certified Pet Tech Instructor and leads an interactive, hands-on class to help you handle any life-threatening situation.
Upcoming Classes
Why Take a Pet First Aid & CPR Class?
Just like with humans, emergencies with pets can happen at any time. From choking and cuts to sudden illness or injury, knowing how to respond quickly and effectively can make all the difference. Our Pet First Aid & CPR classes teach you how to:
- Recognize Signs of Distress: Learn how to identify the early signs that your pet may be in distress, such as breathing difficulties, abnormal behavior, or physical injury.
- Administer CPR: In the unfortunate event that your pet stops breathing or their heart stops, we’ll teach you the proper technique for performing CPR, including chest compressions and rescue breaths.
- Treat Common Injuries: Our classes cover how to handle common pet injuries such as cuts, bites, burns, and broken bones. You’ll also learn how to bandage wounds and stabilize injuries until you can get to the vet.
- Respond to Choking: Choking can happen when a pet swallows something dangerous. We’ll show you how to safely remove obstructions and prevent further harm.
- Handle Poisoning: Pets can easily ingest toxic substances without you knowing. We teach you what to do if your pet has been poisoned and how to act quickly to prevent long-term damage.
What You’ll Learn
Our Pet First Aid & CPR classes provide hands-on training with guidance from experienced instructors. We cover a variety of emergency scenarios and teach you step-by-step procedures to handle each situation. Some of the key topics include:
- Basic pet CPR techniques, including rescue breathing and chest compressions
- How to assess your pet’s vital signs, such as heart rate and breathing patterns
- Techniques for dealing with choking and foreign objects in the throat
- How to treat cuts, bruises, and minor wounds
- Recognizing signs of heat stroke, hypothermia, and shock
- Handling allergic reactions, including bee stings and food allergies
- Administering care in cases of poisoning or ingestion of harmful substances
- How to build and maintain a pet first aid kit for home use
Who Should Take This Class?
Our Pet First Aid & CPR classes are ideal for:
- Pet Owners: Whether you’re a first-time owner or have had pets for years, being prepared for emergencies is essential.
- Pet Professionals: If you work in the pet care industry, such as grooming, boarding, or training, this class can equip you with the knowledge to respond to emergencies on the job.
- Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers: If you’re responsible for other people’s pets, having these life-saving skills is an important part of providing excellent service.
Class Format
Our classes are hands-on and interactive, giving you the opportunity to practice what you learn. We use pet mannequins for CPR practice and simulate real-life scenarios to help you feel confident in your ability to handle emergencies. Each class lasts six to eight hours and includes time for questions and discussion.
Be Prepared—Sign Up Today!
Enroll in our Pet First Aid & CPR classes to gain the skills and knowledge needed to keep your pet safe. Classes are offered regularly, and spots fill up quickly, so contact us today to reserve your place and take a proactive step toward being the best pet parent you can be.
Your pet’s safety is our priority—let us help you prepare for the unexpected!
