Pet CPR & First Aid

Our Pet CPR & First Aid course is led by one of our ProPetHero Certified Instructors. We host classes monthly throughout the year. Call for dates and reservations. Graduates from our classes will receive a two-year certification. Cost is $75 per participant and includes a copy of the training manual and a certificate of participation.

Course Curriculum

The course teaches first aid techniques to address the most common emergencies that can occur with dogs and cats. We will train you to notice abnormalities and detect early warning signs in pets. You will also learn essential pre-vet care and life saving techniques for those times when immediate action can make all the difference.

Introduction

The role of first aid with your pet
Safety concerns for the provider
Preparing a pet first aid kit

Monitoring Your Pet

Understanding pet vital signs and how to measure them
Recognizing normal & abnormal behaviors

Illness

Vomiting and diarrhea
Bloating
Loss of appetite
Lethargy
Weakness or collapse
Seizures
Cold or heat exposure
Fever
Itchiness/scratching

Cardiovascular Emergencies

Recognizing the signs of cardiopulmonary arrest
Cat and dog CPR

Injuries

Bleeding
Temporary wound care, infection prevention
Lameness
Suspected fracture or spinal injury
Burn wounds
Hit by car, fall from height, animal attack
Shock
Poisonings and envenomations

Allergic Reactions

Insect stings
Vaccine reactions
General allergies
Anaphylaxis

Respiratory Emergencies

Choking
Near-drowning
Breathing problems/respiratory distress
Rescue breathing