Walks N Wags’ Pet First Aid Course

Course Description: The comprehensive Walks N Wags pet first aid certification course is designed to provide interactive, hands-on training over a 10-hour period. This course is available throughout Canada and the USA, ensuring accessibility for all pet owners and pet care professionals. Gain invaluable knowledge on early illness detection, injury prevention, emergency response skills, CPR techniques, airway management, choking situations, wound care, splinting, and more. Equip yourself with the essential skills to confidently handle a pet emergency and keep your pet safe by enrolling in this informative and engaging pet first aid training course.

Intended Audience: This course welcomes individuals from various backgrounds, including pet owners and pet care professionals. It is open to everyone aged 13 and above, ensuring accessibility for the general public seeking to enhance their pet care knowledge.

Course Prerequisites: None

Pet First Aid Course Overview

Course Content

Here is a comprehensive listing of what will be covered in our pet first aid program:

• Immediate steps to take in an emergency
• What to include in your Pet First Aid kit
• How to safely approach an injured animal
• How to complete a Head to toe assessment
• How to restrain an injured animal
• How to transport an injured animal
• Recognition of signs of common illness and injury
• How to handle various bleeding wounds
• Bone injuries
• Ear injuries
• Eye injuries
• Choking skills
• Artificial Respiration
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Poisoning
• Frostbite and hypothermia
• Heat stroke
• Burns
• Administration of medications
• Strong emphasis on prevention of illness and injury
• And more…

Course Duration

10 Hours (1 day)

Certification

Valid for 3 years from course completion.

*Note: There is no recertification for this course

Course Materials

No course materials required for this course.

Enroll in our comprehensive pet first aid courses and improve your ability to help pets in need. Our pet first aid classes are available at multiple locations, including Ottawa, Kingston, Pembroke, Arnprior, Montreal, Kemptville, and Smith Falls. Our pet first aid instructor team provides hands-on training, allowing you to put the technical knowledge you acquire into practice so that you can deliver effective care. Ready to dive into a world of learning? Sign up for our courses today!

Should you need clarification on the availability of our courses or if you require additional details, please feel free to contact us. Our course offerings span a variety of topics, including basic life support and first aid. Our utmost priority is to deliver exceptional education to both medical professionals and individuals looking to improve their life-saving abilities. Reach out to us today and let us assist you in any way we can.