Virtual Pet First Aid & Disaster Response Course

Virtual Pet First Aid & Disaster Response Course (via Zoom)
Learn how to save your pet’s life from the comfort of your home!

Our live online Pet First Aid and Disaster Response course is designed for pet owners and animal caregivers who want to be prepared to handle common medical emergencies and injuries in pets. Taught through interactive Zoom sessions, this 4-hour virtual class covers essential life-saving techniques, emergency planning, and real-time demonstrations that will empower you to confidently act when your pet is in distress.

Virtual Pet First Aid Skills Demonstration Guidelines

For safety, effectiveness, and ethical reasons, you will not be using your real pet during the skills demonstration in our virtual Pet First Aid class. This helps keep both you and your animal stress-free while ensuring a productive learning experience.

Instead, please have a stuffed animal or pet mannequin ready. A basic plush toy with a head and legs works well for practicing CPR, bandaging, and positioning techniques.

During the live demonstration, we will guide you step-by-step through each skill, just like in an in-person class. When it’s time for your skills test, you’ll demonstrate each procedure using your model and verbally explain your actions. This allows us to assess your understanding and give feedback or corrections if needed

Please note: This course is NOT a replacement for professional veterinary care.

4-Hour Virtual Pet First Aid Course Outline (Zoom-Based)

Module 1: Introduction
Overview of pet first aid and emergency preparedness. (No skills test)

Module 2: Preventing Emergencies
Tips on avoiding accidents, recognizing warning signs, and basic behavior training. (No skills test)

Module 3: Personal Safety & Animal Handling
Learn safe handling, restraint, and transport techniques via guided demonstrations. (Skills test via instructor observation)

Module 4: Vital Signs
How to check pulse, breathing, and capillary refill time. (Skills test with instructor)

Module 5: Responding to Emergencies
Step-by-step guidance on shock, bleeding control, CPR, choking, and more. (Skills test included)

Module 6: Travel & Outdoor Pet Safety
Tips for safe trips, outdoor adventures, and ID protection. (No skills test)

Module 7: Disaster Preparedness
How to create a pet disaster plan and emergency kit. (No skills test)

 Free First Aid Kit with Every In-Person Registration!
Please note: Virtual (Zoom) attendees do not qualify for this offer)

Course Workbook

Pet First Aid and Disaster Response Guide (First Edition)

Available for purchase online or during registration – $28.99 (not included in course fee)

Reminder: This course is not a substitute for veterinary care, but it will prepare you to take critical action until help arrives.