Dog First Aid Training

Learn how to respond calmly and quickly to dog emergencies with this essential online Dog First Aid Training course.

Overview:

Knowing what to do in a dog emergency could save a life. This online Dog First Aid Training course provides essential knowledge to help you stay calm and take the right action when your dog is injured, sick, or in distress. Whether it’s spotting signs of poisoning, managing trauma, or understanding how to prevent emergencies altogether — this course has your canine’s safety covered. No fluff, just focused, sensible guidance.

Covering everything from assembling a dog-specific first aid kit to dealing with bites, stings, seizures, and even heatstroke, the modules are designed to give you clear, easy-to-follow advice. You’ll learn how to recognise serious situations, prevent them where possible, and act promptly when it matters most. This is a must-have course for any dog owner, walker, or carer who values peace of mind and paws in good health.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the essentials of canine first aid and emergency care.
• Identify key items for a reliable dog first aid kit.
• Recognise signs of serious injury, illness, or distress in dogs.
• Learn preventative strategies to avoid common dog emergencies.
• Know how to respond to trauma, bites, and poisoning incidents.
• Handle temperature-related issues and seizures with confidence.

Who is this Course For:

• Dog owners wanting to protect their pets during emergencies.
• Pet sitters looking to offer safer, smarter care.
• Dog walkers responsible for multiple dogs each day.
• Kennel and daycare workers managing daily pet needs.
• Animal rescue volunteers handling unpredictable situations.
• Veterinary receptionists expanding their knowledge base.
• Groomers aiming to support pet safety during appointments.
• Dog trainers seeking greater emergency awareness.

Career Path:

• Dog Walker – £20,000 average salary per year
• Pet Sitter – £22,000 average salary per year
• Kennel Assistant – £19,000 average salary per year
• Veterinary Receptionist – £21,000 average salary per year
• Animal Care Worker – £18,000 average salary per year
• Dog Groomer – £23,000 average salary per year