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You can prevent medical issues and prepare for emergency situations by taking a Pet First Aid class. Pet First Aid is different than people first aid, because dogs and cats can't tell you what's wrong, they have teeth that they're not scared to use, and, if you call, an ambulance won't come. The more prevention you can practice, and the more prepared you can be for emergency, the better. .
Next Classes At the Regina Humane Society - use the back door
$125 Tuition + GST(depending on your circumstances, that fee may be tax deductible). Register by calling RHS at 543-6363 ext 221 (VISA/MasterCard/American Express/Debit). For more information, call K-Lane Kennels at 781.2774. Click to view photos from past Regina courses: 2002, 2003, February 2004, November 2004, 2006, November 2008, November 2009, February 2010. This class is just like the St. John Ambulance First Aid class for people - except it's all about the special care needs of animals! You can bring your dog or cat to the class, so it's a great time for both you and your pet. You will also get a illustrated reference guide with your registration. This book is an excellent resource during emergency. The course is designed to give pet lovers the information and skills needed to stabilize injured animals until qualified veterinary care can be accessed. The emphasis is on preventing illness and injury, the importance of early veterinary care, and the appropriate restraining of injured animals. Skills are practiced on live animals and students are encouraged to bring pets, as long as they are healthy, up-to-date on vaccinations, and get along well with people and other animals. You will learn: · preventing illness and injury · restraint and transportation · bleeding and wounds · shock · bone and joint injuries · eye and ear injuries · poisoning · medical conditions · injuries from heat and cold · whelping and queening · administering medication · airway obstruction · artificial respiration · cardiopulmonary resuscitation · dealing with grief The course is administered across North America by Walks 'N' Wags of Vancouver and was originally developed in 1993 by Nurse Ethne Dickinson of Oakland Educational Services and her pet advisory group consisting of Veterinarians and others in Alberta's animal care industry. This is the only comprehensive pet first aid course available in Canada, and Louise is the only certified instructor in Saskatchewan. Group bookings are also available for community colleges, police dog handlers, veterinary clinic staff and service groups by contacting K-Lane Kennels at 306.781.2774 or yates@sasktel.net. Note to registrants: Students are responsible for their animal during the course. Pets must be healthy and current on vaccinations. If your pet is crate trained, please feel free to bring the crate - it will come in handy when you and your pet want a break. Remember to bring a water dish and a camera! Tip If you're interested in learning more about pet first aid on your own, visit Ceasar Millan Inc. or Rescuecritters.com. |
