Pet First Aid Course Online
Veterinary Emergency Training for Pet Owners & Professionals
Welcome to First Aid Certified’s World most Comprehensive Pet First Aid Course — an expertly designed, practical program tailored to help pet owners and animal professionals respond to emergencies with confidence and competence.
Whether you’re a concerned dog owner, a cat lover, or someone working with animals daily, this course is the perfect first step to keeping your furry friends safe and secure when accidents strike.
What is Veterinary First Aid?
Veterinary First Aid is the initial emergency care provided to an injured or sick animal before veterinary attention can be obtained. Just like with human first aid, early action can preserve life, prevent deterioration, and promote recovery.
At First Aid Certified, our goal is to empower you with practical, real-world skills that could make the difference between life and death for your pet.
Course Overview
This Comprehensive Veterinary First Aid Course is designed to:
- Prepare pet owners, vet nurses, groomers, and animal workers to handle emergency situations
- Equip learners with essential life-saving techniques including pet CPR and trauma management
- Improve understanding of animal anatomy, common conditions, and how to evaluate and respond
- Provide clear guidance on when home care is appropriate and when veterinary attention is critical
Course Modules
Module 1
Introduction to Veterinary First Aid
Module 2
Emergency Preparedness & First Aid Kits
Module 3
CPR for Pets (Cats & Dogs)
Module 4
Choking, Poisoning, Seizures
Module 5
Trauma & Wound Management
Module 6
Heatstroke, Snake Bites & Toxin Exposure
Module 7
Red Flag Symptoms & When to Go to the Vet
Module 8
Recovery Techniques and Handling Stress in Animals
Module 9
Respiratory Emergencies
Module 10
Perform CPR and life-saving interventions on cats and dogs
Module 11
Toxin Ingestion and Poisoning
Module 12
Handling Fractures, Sprains, and Polytrauma
Module 13
First Aid for Burns in Pets
Module 14
First Aid for eyes and Ocular Emergencies
Module 15
Understanding Acute vomiting and Diarrhoea as a Clinical Sign
Module 16
Heat Stroke and Hypothermia in Pets
Module 17
Understanding Seizures in Cat and Dogs
Module 18
Sepsis and Shock – Recognising Life-Threatening Emergencies
Module 19
Recognising and Responding to Bloat and Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV)
Module 20
Snake Bites – Australian
Module 21
Safe Transportation in Emergencies
Module 22
Developing an Effective Emergency Plan for Your Pet
Ideal For:
- Dog and cat owners
- Animal shelter staff
- Pet groomers and trainers
- Veterinary assistants and students
- Pet sitters and dog walkers
Whether you care for one animal or many, this course is your toolkit for better outcomes during emergencies.
Assessment & Certification
At the completion of the course, you will:
- Complete scenario-based quizzes and evaluations
- Receive a Veterinary First Aid Certificate of Completion
- Gain practical knowledge that complements workplace safety
🔹 This course is perfect for improving your employability in pet care roles or simply enhancing your skills as a pet owner.
When to Act Immediately
Certain symptoms in animals require urgent veterinary attention. During the course, we teach how to recognise these signs:
- Difficulty breathing or blue/grey gums
- Severe bleeding or collapsed pet
- Vomiting blood or black stools
- Swollen abdomen or suspected bloat (GDV)
- Sudden paralysis or disorientation
- Ingestion of chocolate, snail bait, medications
- Snake bites, tick paralysis, allergic reactions
🚨 Red flag symptoms are covered in detail to help you take the right steps without delay.
About the Instructor
Dr. Daniel Richmond BSc BVMS IVAS cert. brings 30+ years of veterinary practice across Australia and the UK. From emergency clinics to private practice, Dr. Richmond’s passion for education and animal care shines through in this expertly developed course.
His areas of expertise include:
- Emergency & critical care
- Canine and feline internal medicine
- Diagnostic imaging and ultrasound
Dr. Richmond is committed to bridging the knowledge gap between pet owners and professionals through structured, accessible training.
Why Choose First Aid Certified?
- Perth’s trusted provider of nationally recognised training
- Practical, real-world content tailored for pet emergencies
- Easy online enrolment with flexible learning pace
- Certificate of completion for your professional records
- Bonus resources including eBook, videos, and ongoing support
Enrol Now: Pet First Aid Course Perth
Protect your pets. Learn to respond with confidence.
📍 Delivered online with optional practical workshops
🏠 Based in Perth with support from real trainers
📖 Includes downloadable handbook and certificate