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Dog First Aid, Pregnancy & Whelping - Practical Online Course

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ProPet® Dog First Aid, Pregnancy, Whelping & Neonatal Care Online Professional Development Course International accreditation – pending This comprehensive ProPet® course has been carefully designed to provide clear, practical and responsible education in dog first aid, pregnancy care, whelping emergencies and neonatal support. The focus throughout is on early recognition of problems, safe first-aid support, and timely escalation to veterinary care, ensuring learners understand both what to do and what not to do in emergency situations. The course is suitable for dog owners, breeders and canine professionals who want structured, evidence-based knowledge delivered in a clear and accessible format. ⸻ What the course covers Dog First Aid Essentials • Scene safety and safe handling • Shock recognition and emergency priorities • Bleeding, trauma and injury management • Transporting injured dogs safely Toxins & Hazards • Common household and environmental toxins • Routes of exposure • Immediate response and escalation guidance Pregnancy-Related Emergencies • Normal pregnancy vs emergency signs • Vaginal discharge, bleeding and pregnancy loss • Eclampsia (hypocalcaemia) • Trauma, illness and shock during pregnancy Whelping Emergencies • Normal labour vs dystocia • Uterine inertia (primary and secondary) • When labour has stalled and when to act • Clear boundaries during whelping emergencies Neonatal Emergencies • Warmth, airway and energy priorities • Recognising fading puppy syndrome • Daily monitoring and early warning signs • Neonatal safety, handling and escalation boundaries ⸻ Course format • 100% online learning • Structured lessons with professional infographics • End-of-section quizzes • Final multiple-choice assessment • Certificate of completion on successful pass

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Price

£99.00
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