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Dog First Aid offers the UK's only CPD accredited Emergency Canine Care™ Course. Developed by vets
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We've taught thousands of dog owners and professionals, across the UK and our courses are consistently 5* rated. CPD accredited and Trading Standards approved. Content regularly reviewed and updated by members of the RCVS. Delivering regular classroom based courses and online training, to suit you.

19/06/2025

It’s set to be unseasonably hot this week, which means our pets are at increased risk of heatstroke. As the British weather is starting to warm up, it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with what temperatures are safe for your dog☀️🐶

Every year our vets treat hundreds of heat stroke cases and, heartbreakingly, some end in tragedy. Many are unfortunately a result of owners not knowing the dangers of exercising their dogs in temperatures too hot for them to handle.

Heat-related illnesses are almost always preventable! DONT TAKE THE RISK and make sure your pet isn’t overheating in the sun.

If you think your dog may be suffering from heat stroke, contact your vet immediately or, if out-of-hours, find your nearest emergency vet.
Remember, Get them WET and get them to the Vet!

10/06/2025

Saturday’s lovely group of attendees in Newbury. Well done all on completing your Emergency Canine Care training 🐶 ⛑️ 🌟

25/05/2025

Thanks to for hosting yesterday’s course in Southampton. Congrats to everyone who attended and received their Emergency Canine Care certificates! 🐶 ⛑️ 🌟

18/05/2025

A lovely group today, in my new home village of South Wraxall, near Bradford on Avon. With people coming from as far afield as Swansea and Cardiff! Well done everyone on completing your Emergency Canine Care certificates! 🐶 🌟 ⛑️

08/04/2025

April is Dog First Aid Awareness Month! ❤️‍🩹

A PDSA survey from 2023 revealed that 90% of pet parents have no basic first aid skills. Being clued-up on first aid could help save your pet’s life in an emergency 🚨

So here are some tips on keeping your dog safe in your own home! 🏠

Want to learn more? Join us on one of our upcoming classroom based courses!

19/03/2025

⚠️BLUE GREEN ALGAE⚠️

Blue-green algae is a term used to describe a group of bacteria, called cyanobacteria. They are not actually algae, but the organisms got this name because they often give the appearance of algae when they clump together in bodies of water.

Blue-green algae is most common in non-flowing, fresh water such as lakes, ponds and rivers. Certain conditions such as hot summer weather can cause it to thrive and grow rapidly, forming a ‘bloom’ of blue-green algae on the water. It can also be seen during other times of the year.

Some types of blue-green algae contain toxins that can are highly poisonous and often fatal to pets. It can also cause illness in people if touched or swallowed.

🚨Call your vet immediately if you think your dog has swallowed water containing blue-green algae. The sooner they receive treatment, the higher their chances of recovery. 🚨

15/03/2025

🚨PET THEFT AWARENESS DAY - 14/03/25🚨

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR DOG IS STOLEN

If your dog is stolen then you can feel helpless and have no idea where to start looking for them. But here are some practical things you can do to give you the best chance of being reunited with your pooch.

🔹Report the theft to the police straight away. Make sure you get a crime reference number and insist that your dog is recorded as stolen and not missing. 
🔹Report the theft of your dog to your local authority dog warden. 
🔹Notify your microchip database provider. 
🔹Ask local rescue centres, animal charities and vet practices to keep an eye out for your dog. 
🔹Monitor places thieves may try to sell your dog, like pet websites, pet shops and notice boards. Notify the police immediately if you come across anything. 
🔹Use missing and stolen animal websites such as DogLost. They help reunite missing pets with their owners by offering free advice and support.

🔹 Theft prevention;
- never leave your dog unattended in public places
- if they’re off lead keep your eyes on them at all times
- be wary of strangers asking lots of questions about your dog
- install home security measures (cameras, padlocks on garden gates etc)

12/03/2025

⚠️ID TAGS⚠️

In the UK, the Control of Dogs Order 1992 states that any dog in a public place must wear a collar tag with the name and address (including postcode) of the owner engraved or written on it, or engraved on a tag. Your telephone number is optional (however as the legislation was written in 1992 before the advancements in technology and mobile phones, we would definitely recommend this).

You do not have to put your dogs name on the tag, this is optional. Unfortunately dog theft is a real danger and if the thief knows the name of your dog this may help them pass on the dog to the unsuspecting new owners because it appears they know the dog because the dog responds to their name. We would therefore recommend, you do not put your dogs name on the tag.

An example of the information to put on a dog tag is:

Mr A Smtih
No 54, BX17 7TD
01202 232218

OR

Mr A Smtih
54 Letsbe Avenue
BX17 7TD
01202 232218

Certain dogs are exempt from having to wear a collar with a dog tag. They are:

• Any dog registered with the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association.
• Any dog while being used in emergency rescue work.
• Any dog while being used on official duties by a member of Her Majesty’s Armed Forces, HM Customs and Excise or the police.
• Any dog while being used for driving or tending cattle or sheep.
• Any dog while being used for the capture or destruction of vermin.
• Any dog while being used for sporting purposes.

09/03/2025

A packed out course hosted by the Friendly Dog Club, in Barton on Sea yesterday. Big WELL DONE to everyone who attended and completed their Emergency Canine Care training! 🐶 ⛑️ 🌟

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