Dogs are a significant part of many people’s lives and provide unconditional love and companionship. When our dogs become ill or injured, we want to do everything we can to help them. This canine first aid course prepares you to face an emergency and save dogs by providing appropriate first aid before getting them to a vet. We begin with the general techniques used to provide first aid, including muzzling, primary survey, resuscitation and safe rescue. We then explain how to use various supplies that should be included in your first aid kit, like saline, large syringes, non-adherent dressing, roll cotton, gauze and more.

The course explains step by step how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), from cardiopulmonary arrest recognition to basic, advanced and prolonged life support. Dogs who are unresponsive, not breathing or pulseless need CPR immediately. We then show you how to bandage your pet's ears, injured foot and tail to prevent further damage or blood loss. This canine first aid course demonstrates how to clean a wound and bandage it. We discuss the importance of providing aftercare while dogs recover from bandaged wounds and bites.

The next section of this emergency care course covers various medical conditions, their potential symptoms and treatment options. We discuss canine pododermatitis, vomiting, diarrhoea, poisoning, heatstroke, hypothermia and frostbite. We provide guidelines for avoiding health and safety crises by providing adequate nutrition and a safe environment for dogs. Finally, we lay out the benefits of regular veterinary check-ups and vaccinations. This canine first aid course provides the skills you need to take care of animals and suits anyone who works with dogs. It also suits anyone who has a dog and wants to be prepared for the worst. Sign up to rest easy in the knowledge that you can provide the first aid and care your dog needs in an emergency.