The Dog First Aid Co. Ltd

Provider of first aid courses and supplier of premium dog first aid kits & products.

  • Ofqual regulated
  • CPD accredited
  •  Taught by experienced veterinary professionals
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About Us

The Dog First Aid Co. Ltd was established in May 2020 by an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse. Written in line with the latest RECOVER guidelines and fully compliant with the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966, our informative Ofqual regulated & CPD accredited courses are designed to educate all dog professionals and owners on a variety of common emergency situations. Our courses are taught only by registered veterinary professionals who carry the necessary skillset and experience to teach the subject.

I have The Dog First Aid Co first aid kit in my Animal Welfare van and in my car for personal use of my own dogs. The kit is jam packed with necessities should you need them. I love how you can then add to it when you use bits as you go. I also have the mini first aid kit which I take in my backpack when I go hiking, this has come in handy on more than one occasion with adventurous dogs.

Gemma

Animal Welfare Officer, Northumberland County Council

Our Services

Dog First Aid

Our dog first aid course is a full day theoretical and practical based workshop which covers all common emergency situations including a practical bandaging and CPR session. Courses are available as CPD accreditation or the enhanced iPET Level 3 Award in Canine First Aid.

Working dog first aid

Our working dog first aid course is a full day theoretical and practical based workshop, based on our original dog first aid course but tailored to working dogs, covering the common ‘in the field’ emergencies. Available as CPD accreditation or the enhanced iPET Level 3 Award in Canine First Aid.

Dog first Aid Products

We are a supplier of premium dog first aid kits with a large range of essential high quality veterinary approved materials and equipment, designed by a registered veterinary nurse with dogs in mind. We also stock and supply a range of other first aid products and accessories and are a UK stockist of Leucillin, VetFleece & Kronch.

Absolutely fantastic course! Amy’s knowledge on dog first aid is extraordinary and every question that was asked, Amy had an extremely detailed answer for everything. Such a lovely person and so professional. There was alot of information to take in and she made it so fun! 10/10 from me and would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to learn dog first aid!

Laura Kirkup

Walkies Northumberland

I attended a first aid course today – it was extremely well run and very informative. Amy included lots of real life scenarios along with tips on how to stay calm and remember what to do in any emergency situation. The first aid kits are great and go with me everywhere. I would highly recommend this course to anyone with a dog.

Megan Kelly

Dog walker, Woofin' Wild Walks

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FAQ's

How many people will be on the course?

We book a maximum of 12 people onto each day training course to ensure everyone gets the most out of their practical training.

How do I find a course near me?

Our courses are based in the North East of England at our training centre in Northumberland, however we can host courses at your business or private premesis upon request. Please visit ‘book a course’ section for more information.

How long will the course last?

Courses are full day workshops and will last approximately 8 hours including a refreshment break. Additional home study is required for the iPET Level 3 Award in Canine First Aid.

How do I pay for a course?

Please visit the book on a course page.

What do I need to wear on the course?

We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing and trainers, that you don’t mind a few dog hairs on!

Do you use real dogs?

We training aids and specialist dog CPR manikins, as well as learning life saving skills using real dogs. 

Can I bring my dog?

As much as we would love to meet your dog, the venues are not set up for your dogs to attend.

Do I get a qualification for attending?

You will be awarded a CPD accreditation certificate upon completion of the course. which demonstrates your knowledge and skills in dog first aid, taught and overseen by a registered veterinary nurse. There is also the option to upgrade to the iPET Level 3 Award in Canine First Aid which is an Ofqual regulated and externally assessed qualification lasting 3 years.