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Dog First Aid Stock No. 657780 Retail Price: $16.95
Cat First Aid Stock No. 657781 Retail Price: $16.95
Dog First Aid and
Cat First Aid
Created for conscientious pet owners, two new volumes from the American Red Cross Safety Series—Dog First Aid and Cat First Aid build first aid skills and provide guidance in emergency situations until veterinary care is available. Both manuals are bundled with a DVD in the back cover that demonstrates how to perform many of the first aid steps described in these books.
Topics covered include:
Symptoms and care for common ailments and emergencies
Creating a pet first aid kit
How to prepare for disasters
Tips on maintaining your pet's health and well-being
Dog and Cat First Aid Course
New Classes will be posted when scheduled
Instructor: Pam Ogden, DVM
Location: Western Wisconsin Chapter of the American Red Cross
3728 Spooner Avenue, Altoona, WI 54720
Cost: $30 per participant includes Dog First Aid, or Cat First Aid, or Pet First Aid Book
Participants must be 15 years of age or older
Please do not bring pets.
Participants must register and pay for course in advance.
You may purchase and self-study the program. Contact your local office to purchase the book set.
Get Trained.
Just like with people, accidents and emergencies can happen to animals – so being prepared could make a lifesaving difference. For more information about Dog First Aid training and Cat First Aid training or to register for a course, contact your local American Red Cross chapter.
The American Red Cross provides assistance and guidance to people whose pets are ill,
injured or in life-threatening situations. The illustrated Dog First Aid or Cat First Aid book
outlines symptoms and procedures for common ailments and emergencies. Course fee is
$30 and includes the book with a companion DVD. Classes taught by Dr. Pam Ogden of
