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

Key features

✔ Professionally written and audit-ready

✔ Clear scope boundaries and safety-led approach

✔ No invasive or unsafe techniques taught

✔ Suitable for accredited and professional development use

✔ International accreditation pending approval

Who this course is for

• Dog breeders

• Canine professionals

• Rescue workers

• Serious dog owners seeking structured education

No previous qualifications are required.

Important note

This course provides first-aid education and professional development only. It does not replace veterinary diagnosis or treatment and does not teach invasive clinical procedures.