Pet First Aid
First Aid for Dogs and Cats
This online First Aid for Dogs and Cats course teaches you how to respond to common cat and dog emergencies. Covers essential skills like dog CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), cat first aid, and pet emergency care. Learn how to be prepared for emergencies and obtain a pet first aid certification. Enroll now to protect your furry friends with confidence.
Duration - approximately 1 hour online
Cost: $45.00
Pet First Aid for Dogs and Cats
What will you learn?
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How to handle common dog and cat emergencies confidently.
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Skills to perform dog first aid and cat first aid
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Learn to identify normal vital signs and perform CPR for dogs and cats
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Learn how to manage wounds, respond to seizures, and support overall dog and cat health and well-being.
Who should take the First Aid for Dogs and Cats course?
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Pet owners and anyone interested in becoming a dog or cat sitter.
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Anyone 13 years of age and older. This course has no prerequisites.
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Canadian Red Cross Online-Based Learning Self-directed: Learn by working through the online training materials.
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At the end of each module, there will be a short knowledge check. These are not tests; you are not being evaluated. They are just there so you can check your understanding of what has been covered. Remember, you can always go back and review if you wish.
Boost your resume with a certification.
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Completing the Canadian Red Cross pet first aid course will earn you a certificate of completion.
Module 1: Knowing What's Normal
In Module 1, we will delve into recognizing normal vital signs for our furry friends. This module helps you
understand what is normal for your pet so you can recognize any unusual signs. We will cover the fundamental aspects of checking your pet's vital signs, allowing you to detect any changes quickly. You will learn about dogs' and cats' breathing rates, signs of dehydration, body temperature, heart rate, and pulse. Also, how to check their heartbeat, pulse, and mucous membranes.
Module 2: Breathing and Cardiac Emergencies
This lesson will cover breathing and cardiac emergencies in pets. Knowing how to respond quickly in such situations is essential, as they can be life-threatening. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to check your pets' airways, breathing, and circulation. You will also learn how to perform CPR on your cat or dog. You will learn the skills to determine if your pet is choking and the necessary steps to help them.