The Cambridge Institute of Pet Behaviour & Care

First Aid for Cats and Dogs

PBC414

General Procedures

Recovery position
Evaluation - A CRASH PLAN
Colour of mucous membranes
Cardiopulmonary Technique ( CPR )
ABC - The basic Cardiopulmonary technique
Artificial Respiration
Cardiac Compression Techniques
Handling and Transport of injured Animals
Basic rules of transportation.
Asphyxia ( suffocation )
Signs and causes
Difficulty breathing
Types of haemorrhage
Poisoning
Burns and Scalds
Insect Stings
Wasp stings
Bee stings

Fractures and Dislocations

Causes of Fractures
Causes of Dislocations

Sprains and Strains
Wounds
Type of wound
Eye Injury

Penetrating wounds to chest and abdomen

Unconsciousness
Shock
Cuts and Abrasions
Vomiting and Diarrhoea
Heatstroke
Bloat

Module duration

Maximum of one year

Course Tutor

Rachel Bean

Total cost

£325.00

Distance Learning Only - NO workshop

Tutor Rachel Bean MCFBA

Rachel works as a Qualified Veterinary Nurse and has done for the past twelve years. Before qualifying as a Veterinary Nurse, Rachel was an Assistant Kennel Manager for the Dogstrust (formerly NCDL) and has a good deal of experience in the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of dogs. Rachel won Pet Health Counsellor of the Year in 2004 and has a certificate in Companion Animal Behaviour issued by The British Veterinary Nurse Association. Rachel is a full Member of the Kennel Club's Accreditation Scheme for Dog Trainers and Behaviourists working towards full Accreditation and a Member of the Canine & Feline Behaviour Association.