This canine ITC First Aid for Dogs course qualification develops techniques into skills and provides essential knowledge covering regular occurrences with dogs that may or may not require a visit to the vet.
Whether on a long journey or a day out with your four-legged friend, this “ITC First Aid for Dogs” course should help your trip go without any problems as it provides tips on how to prevent emergencies and information that will allow you to recognize and deal with any situations should they occur. This ITC First, certificated course complies with The Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966, updated August 2016 with respect to the treatment of animals by unqualified persons. The RECOVER 2012 guidelines and The Animal Welfare Act 2006. We will not only teach you dog first aid skills but also give you the confidence to deal with real-life scenarios. Most of all you will have fun learning with fellow like-minded people.
The canine first aid course is suitable for dog owners, trainers, groomers, walkers & pet boarders. This course is also recommended for people who work with dogs as part of their employment such as security officers etc.
We do not practice first aid on real dogs as it may provide undue stress to the animal. We use the latest resources and training aids which will make your course a very hands-on experience.
This canine first aid course covers first aid for dogs, but the skills learned can be used with all small mammals, including cats and rabbits.