Learn First Aid for your dog so you are ready to help them no matter what situation they get into out of the house.
This course is aimed at people who work with outdoor working dogs. It is ideal for dog owners or dog professionals. Understanding basic first aid for your dog will give you the skills to assist them and prevent them from getting worse before professional help is given by your vet. The certificate is valid for 3 years.
For details of our online courses you can click pet first aid course and for our advanced pet first aid.
Companies, organisations or agencies are encouraged to contact us for group discounts and information about onsite training and how our system can be used to track and monitor your staff training.
Endorsed qualifications
This and our other pet first aid qualification and some of the other ProTrainings qualifications are Endorsed by TQUK to show our commitment to extra levels of compliance and quality assurance.
The course has been endorsed by TQUK, an awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual. Learners have the option to purchase an additional certificate to complement the one issued by ProTrainings. To obtain this optional certificate, learners must provide their date of birth and pay a £15 fee. It is NOT required to pay this additional fee unless you are in an occupation that requires an additional certificate that is endorsed.
The certificate, titled Level 2 Certified Learning Course in Outdoor Dog First Aid, will be awarded by TQUK as an endorsed course. Contact support@protrainings.uk for more information.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
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This course comes with 5.0 hours of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
- Introduction to canine first aid
- Introduction to canine first aid
- What is pet first aid and why do we need it
- The vet and your role in first aid
- When is veterinary care required
- Keeping your pet safe in an emergency
- Car accidents
- Pet proofing your home
- How pets show pain
- Checking the health of your pet
- Accidents and first aid
- Breathing and respiratory problems including choking
- Dog CPR
- Drowning and treatment
- Shock
- Broken bones
- Spinal injury and moving an injured pet
- Medical conditions
- Controlling bleeding
- Dressings and bandages
- Paw problems
- Ears, eyes and mouth
- Bandaging the ear
- Bandaging the tail
- Illnesses
- Digestive process
- Vomiting in animals
- Poisoning, bites and stings
- Burns and temperature problems
- Seizures and epilepsy
- Choking
- Snake bites on pets
- Ticks
- Insect Stings
- Different types and sizes of dogs
- The older dog
- Small dog care
- Puppies and young animals
- Summary of pet first aid
- Pets and fireworks
- Pet first aid kits
- Summary of pet first aid
- Student Manual (V8.4) - Pet First Aid
- 5 Step Process of Using WoundClot Hemostatic Gauze
- Adult CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Animal Poisons Line Leaflet
- Animal Poisons Line Poster Image
- Catastrophic bleeding and trauma First Aid Guidance From ProTrainings.
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) - link to the NHS website
- Dog CPR Flowchart
- Find out what other courses are available as video online, blended and classroom courses nationally - our course finder
- Free student first aid program leaflet
- Government Advice - Best Practice Hand Rub
- Government Advice - Best Practice Hand Wash
- Link to the HSE website
- Pet CPR Flow Chart
- Pet Emergency Contact Sheet and Care
- Sign up for free Student First Aid - use code SCH-376-61-571
- Student Manual (V8.6) - First Aid - Welsh
- Student Manual V8.6 - First Aid - Dutch
- Visit the First Aid Show free for first aid and medical videos
- Woundclot - haemostatic gauze for all types of bleeding
- Woundclot leaflet with price list - 2025
What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?
CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.
What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?
SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.
Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?
Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate. You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.
What training courses do you offer and how are they delivered?
We offer a full range of training courses across all business sectors as video online, blended and nationwide at your business or our local training centres. With over 350 courses you can learn at a time and place that meets your busy schedules and save money on travel and costs away from the office.
Are your courses Endorsed?
Yes, all ProTrainings courses are Endorsed by TQUK in addition to other approvals and endorsements to give you a quality compliant qualification for your courses whatever delivery method you take.
Why do I need accredited training courses?
Whether you are employed, running a business or taking training for other reasons, you need to ensure the course is trustworthy and will pass due diligence checks. Taking courses that are accredited gives you peace of mind of the quality, compliance and that your certificate will be accepted. Choosing ISO companies to ensure they are externally verified.
Are courses all online or can I take a blended or class course locally?
Most of our courses are available as online or classroom-based at a training centre locally. We can also send an instructor to your business to save travel and tailor the course to your business. To save time and money you can take most courses in a blended format with online and class training.
