Pet Safety First
Essential Life-Saving Skills
From Panic to Prepared: Practical Skills Training for Every Pet Emergency
In a pet emergency, the time between the accident and getting to the clinic is often the difference between life and death. The H.E.L.P. curriculum is built around practical, actionable training designed to equip you for that gap. We don’t just teach theory—we offer a range of courses, from our foundational online lecture to our hands-on certification classes, that teach you exactly how to perform life-saving CPR, stop severe bleeding, respond to poisoning, and even plan a safe evacuation. Scroll down to choose the right level of preparedness for your family, your clients, and animals everywhere, and secure your peace of mind.
Explore Our Pet Care Courses
Your pet is more than just an animal—they are family. But in a sudden emergency—a choking incident, a sudden collapse, or an unexpected injury—what would you do? Our comprehensive H.E.L.P. courses and resources transform that moment of panic into a moment of action. From hands-on CPR certification and expert canine nutrition deep dives to essential emergency preparedness planning, we provide the training and tools you need to stabilize, protect, and potentially save your beloved dog or cat before you can reach the vet. Start your journey to becoming a confident, prepared pet parent today.
Online Only Courses
The courses below are all online, and at your own pace, so you can complete them anytime within your 60-day window.
H.E.L.P. Pet First Aid & CPR Course
H.E.L.P. Pet First Aid & CPR Course (Online Only): Essential Emergency Knowledge.
This is a comprehensive, self-paced online course designed to equip you with the fundamental knowledge needed to stabilize a pet during a medical crisis. Developed to be accessible and information-rich, it covers critical topics like CPR techniques, choking management, heat stroke response, and wound care.
Duration: 3.5 Hours
Cost: $75
Key Feature: Arizona state-approved (East Valley Institute of Technology).
Note: This is an online-only lecture and does not include certification or hands-on training with an instructor.
Online Certificate Course for Pet First Aid & CPR for Cats and Dogs
Online Certificate Course for Pet First Aid & CPR for Cats and Dogs: Be Your Pet’s First Responder.
This essential certification course combines flexible online learning with mandatory, live hands-on skills training via Zoom with a certified instructor. Over approximately 5 hours, you will gain the knowledge and practical skills to perform life-saving CPR and first aid on your cat or dog in a medical emergency.
The curriculum covers a wide range of critical topics, including recognizing vital signs, managing choking, controlling bleeding, and responding to heat stroke, shock, and seizures.
Duration: 5 Hours
Cost: $175
Format: Online Recorded Lecture + Live Zoom Skills Session
H.E.L.P. Emergency Preparedness Course
H.E.L.P. Emergency Preparedness Course: Your Pet’s Safety Plan.
In an unpredictable world, become a confident and capable animal lifesaver in times of crisis. This program teaches you how to plan for the worst-case scenario, ensuring the safety of your pet during any large-scale emergency or disaster.
This course focuses entirely on preparedness, planning, and evacuation strategies. You will learn to:
Create a detailed Pet Evacuation Plan.
Assemble a comprehensive Pet Emergency “Go-Bag”.
Handle and safely transport pets during a crisis.
Goal: Become fully prepared to protect your pet before, during, and after any crisis. 5.5 hours $197
The H.E.L.P. Animal First Aid Course
The H.E.L.P. First Aid Course is a comprehensive, veterinary-approved program that gives you the skills and confidence to save your pet’s life in an emergency. Led by experienced first responders, this course moves beyond basic CPR to equip you with critical knowledge in minutes.
In this essential course, you will master vital life-saving techniques, including:
Emergency Assessment and Initial Response
Effective Restraining Holds for safety
Managing Shock and administering Wound Care
What to include in your First Aid Kit Contents
Don’t wait until it’s too late—enroll today and become the hero your pet needs! 1 hour $47
The H.E.L.P. Animal CPR Course
H.E.L.P. Pet CPR Course: Master Life-Saving Skills in 60 Minutes
For only $47, gain the critical skills to save your animal companion’s life with the focused, veterinary-approved H.E.L.P. CPR Course. In this powerful 1-hour session, you will quickly master essential, life-saving techniques.
You will learn:
Introduction & Basics: The fundamental knowledge to recognize a crisis.
Scene Safety & Emergency Assessment: How to safely and quickly evaluate the situation.
Resting Respiration & Restraining Holds: Essential techniques for monitoring and safe handling.
CPR: Hands-on training in effective Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation protocols.
Be prepared when every second counts. Enroll now and become your pet’s first responder!
The H.E.L.P. Emergency Situations Course
H.E.L.P. Emergency Situations Course: 5 Life-Threatening Crises. 60 Minutes. $47.
Get critical training on the most urgent, time-sensitive pet emergencies. In this focused 1-hour course for just $47, you will learn how to immediately recognize and respond to life-threatening conditions, giving your pet the best chance of survival before reaching the vet.
This essential training covers rapid intervention techniques for:
Bloat (GDV)
Choking
Poisoning
Heat Stroke
Seizures
Don’t panic—be prepared. Enroll now to master these crucial emergency skills!
The H.E.L.P. First Aid Kit Course
H.E.L.P. Pet First Aid Kit Course: Build the Kit to Save a Life
For just $27 and in only 30 minutes, master the essentials of emergency preparedness! The H.E.L.P. Pet First Aid Kit Course teaches you exactly what supplies you need, why you need them, and how to use them.
In this quick, focused training, you will learn:
Introduction & Basics to Preparedness
The definitive list of First Aid Kit Contents
How to source and organize your life-saving tools
Be ready for any emergency with a professional-grade kit you assembled yourself. Enroll now!
HELP Pet First Aid & CPR Instructor Certification
H.E.L.P. Instructor Certification: Become a Life-Saving Educator.
This foundational certification program prepares you to confidently teach Pet CPR and First Aid using current, veterinary-approved protocols.
For an investment of $1,700, you will gain the knowledge and professional credentials needed to lead life-saving classes for pet professionals and owners in your community. The course features a flexible online lecture portion followed by a mandatory, hands-on skills day conducted live over Zoom with a Master Instructor.
Goal: Equip you to teach Pet First Aid & CPR effectively.
Format: Online Lecture + Live Zoom Skills Day.
Cost: $1,700.
Canine Nutrition
Canine Nutrition: Decode the Bag, Feed with Confidence.
This 6-hour, self-paced online course is your ultimate guide to understanding and selecting the perfect diet for your dog. Taught by expert Kate Klasen and Dr. Jodie Gruenstern, DVM, you will journey from the history of commercial pet foods to mastering the fine art of label reading, ingredient analysis, and nutritional adequacy.
This course empowers you to confidently navigate confusing marketing claims and choose a dog food that aligns with your personal standards for your pet’s long-term health.
Duration: 6 Hours
Cost: $195
Format: $100% Online, Self-Paced Modules
The H.E.L.P. Animal CPR and First Aid Resource Workbook
The H.E.L.P. Animal CPR and First Aid Resource Workbook: Your Emergency Go-To Guide.
This essential workbook is a concise, practical, and clear resource designed to be your immediate reference guide during a pet emergency. It delivers the vital, step-by-step procedures for managing critical situations, including emergency assessment and CPR. It is the perfect low-cost, high-value tool to ensure you have crucial information exactly when you need it.
Format: Resource Guide/Workbook
Key Feature: Clear, practical steps for emergencies.
Cost: $5.00 (High-Value, Low-Cost)
In Person Courses
The courses below are in person under the guidance of an instructor.
Book an In Person Certificate Course for Pet First Aid & CPR for Cats and Dogs
In-Person Certificate Course for Pet First Aid & CPR for Cats and Dogs: Master CPR Techniques.
This is a focused, 5-hour, in-person, hands-on certification course dedicated to the critical life-saving skills of Pet CPR and advanced first aid. Designed for maximum practical experience, you will work directly with certified instructors and training aids to gain the confidence necessary to stabilize a pet during a cardiac or breathing emergency.
Duration: 5 Hours
Cost: $175 per person
Format: In-Person, Hands-On Certification Class
Approval: AZ state-approved course at East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT).
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