Dog First Aid
American Red Cross Program

Gain the confidence and skills necessary to tend to unexpected emergencies with hands-on training in Pet First Aid. The material and techniques presented in this class are a ‘must’ for dog owners, professional dog handlers, police K-9 units, dog rescue volunteers, and shelter/pet day care operators. Topics covered in class include:

• How to prepare for, recognize, and respond to a medical emergency until veterinary care is available
• How to perform CPR, rescue breathing, and general first aid
• Instructions for creating a pet first aid kit
• Tips on giving medications
• How to maintain your pet's health and well-being
  

Hands-on practice sessions on learned procedures conducted with life-size dog mannequins

Certificate awarded upon completion

Included material: Dog First Aid – a full-color, illustrated American Red Cross reference manual w/DVD (Running time: 30 minutes, 32 seconds)

This manual as well as Cat First Aid may be purchased online HERE