Equine & Pet Health and First Aid Training, Phoenix, AZ (2025)

09/08/2025

Have you ever faced the horror of a horse emergency and not know what to do? Join AZ Equine First Aid Instructor Teri Ann for this invaluable training for the horse owner:

All About the Basics and Advanced First Aid and Safety Techniques for your Horse

Saturday, October 11, 2025
9 am - 3 pm

E Slash 9 Ranch
9595 S Kings Ranch Road
Hereford, AZ 85615

This comprehensive 6-hour course will keep your horse healthy & thriving:

· How to take a full set of vitals, including how to weigh your horse

· How to train your horse to take oral meds, as well as injectables

· Performing a Muzzle2Tail Assessment

· The different types of bleeding and wound care

· What to do if your horse is cast

· Colic—What exactly is it & how can I help my horse

· Choke—What to do & prevention

· Hoof Care (no hoof—no horse!)

· Burns

· Impaled Objects

· Chest Wounds

· Hypo & Hyper-Thermia

· Degloving Injuries

· Hands-On Training performing real-life scenarios

Student tuition of $119.00 includes a laser certificate of training, an E-Wallet Certificate, a 60cc Syringe, and a student first-aid handbook, including forms. Our class is limited to 12 students, so call Teri Ann at 602-753-6734 or click on the QR code or link below to go to the website:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com/aa-ba-hc.html

08/20/2025

Join AZ Equine First Aid/Hearts & Wounds Instructors Teri Ann and Kelly in Flagstaff, September 13th

● All About the Essentials of Horse Care
9 am - 1 pm $79.00/student
Horses, Heroes & Hope Ranch
April Drive * 86004

● Health Safety Institute 2-year CPR * AED * First Aid Certification
2 pm - 5 pm $60.00/student
3H Ranch (5 miles from HHH)
Kaitlin Way * 86004

Take both classes for $124.00

These two classes are perfect for the trail horse rider, trail guide, horse trainer, horse lesson instructors, barn personnel, and horse facilities that offer Equine Assisted therapy, or any horse owner wanting to learn how to take care of their horse and customers in an emergency. The CPR class is opened to everyone, not just horse people.

Our All About the Essentials of Horse Care will teach the student all about wound care; choke; casting of a horse; muzzle2tail assessment; taking a full set of vitals; weighing your horse; different types of wound care, including the different bleeds; training your horse to take oral meds and injections; hoof care; colic; and lots of hands-on training scenarios.

Our Health Safety Institute (3rd largest medical training organization) 2-year CPR * AED * First Aid Certification will teach the student how to save someone's life by performing CPR and/or rescue breathing. Our first aid portion will prepare the student on what to do in a medical emergency by hands-on training and performing real-life scenarios, including the first aid portion.

For more information, call Teri Ann at 602-753-6734 or go to our webpage:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com/all-about-the-essentials.html

08/17/2025

Join AZ Equine First Aid/Hearts & Wounds Instructors Teri Ann and Kelly in Flagstaff, September 6th

● All About the Essentials of Horse Care
9 am - 1 pm $79.00/student
Horses, Heroes & Hope Ranch
April Drive * 86004

● Health Safety Institute 2-year CPR * AED * First Aid Certification
2 pm - 5 pm $60.00/student
3H Ranch (5 miles from HHH)
Kaitlin Way * 86004

Take both classes for $124.00

These two classes are perfect for the trail horse rider, trail guide, horse trainer, horse lesson instructors, barn personnel, and horse facilities that offer Equine Assisted therapy, or any horse owner wanting to learn how to take care of their horse and customers in an emergency. The CPR class is opened to everyone, not just horse people.

Our All About the Essentials of Horse Care will teach the student all about wound care; choke; casting of a horse; muzzle2tail assessment; taking a full set of vitals; weighing your horse; different types of wound care, including the different bleeds; training your horse to take oral meds and injections; hoof care; colic; and lots of hands-on training scenarios.

Our Health Safety Institute (3rd largest medical training organization) 2-year CPR * AED * First Aid Certification will teach the student how to save someone's life by performing CPR and/or rescue breathing. Our first aid portion will prepare the student on what to do in a medical emergency by hands-on training and performing real-life scenarios, including the first aid portion.

For more information, call Teri Ann at 602-753-6734 or go to our webpage:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com/all-about-the-essentials.html

07/02/2025

Did you know that July 5th is the busiest day for our animal shelters, as animals that fled in fright the night before are found miles and miles away.

In Arizona, all aerial and exploding fireworks are illegal, including sky rockets, bottle rockets, firecrackers, and reloadable shell devices. These are generally defined as anything designed to rise into the air and explode or detonate. Novelty items like sparklers, snakes, and party poppers are typically permitted, but it's best to check local regulations for specific restrictions.

Keep your pets 🐕🐈🐱 safe during July 4th weekend:

● Keep your dogs inside your home. If possible, stay home with them. Some dogs will break through a window or try to chew through the wall to escape.

I had a Great Dane, named Tiger, that literally smashed through our sliding glass door because of the thunderstorm. My father didn't allow dogs inside the house when I was little.

● Make a fort for your dog by putting blankets over a table and allowing the dog to hide underneath. Put pillows & blankets inside the corner of a walk-in closet. This makes your dog feel more secure.

○ They have noise canceling headphones for dogs, as well as dark goggles, which can help reduce the FAS (Fear, Anxiety & Stress) level of your dog

○ For cats, put their favorite blankie in their cat carrier and place inside a dark room or closet

● Play with them, which keeps them occupied, including watching television. Put on their favorite Animal Planet show.

● Turn up the radio to mask the noise coming from outside.

● Make sure their ID tag & chip are updated with your current information.

● Take a pet CPR & First Aid Class to make sure you're able to help your pet.

Horses 🐎 are fight or flight animals & the noise & light of the fireworks may cause them to spook. This could result in injury to themselves or those around them, including running through fences.

Keeping your horses 🐎 safe:

● Desensitization by training your horse near loud noises.

● Give your horse plenty of hay to keep them occupied, even if they are in a field.

● If stabled, put a radio on to mask the noise of the fireworks, but make sure that the radio is positioned safely so it can not be accessed by the horse.

● Check your horse regularly during the evening to make sure they are ok.

● There is a sedative medication you can obtain from your veterinarian, Dormosedan Gel, at least 40 minutes prior to the fireworks display for mild sedation lasting up to three hours, and helps restore safety and prevent injury.

I live at the base of South Mountain, and there are times that it sounds like a war zone outside my home during the 2 weeks that AZ allows people to shoot off fireworks. I make a fort for my pittie, Snow, and my horse Hazi is used to them, somewhat. She has a huge pasture that she can run in. During the previous year, when I walked outside to feed Hazi, I found a used firecracker 🧨 in front of her pasture gate. It could have landed on her, causing a burn.

Have a safe & Happy July 4th.

My name is Teri Ann, and I am a Certified Human * Equine * Pet CPR & First Aid Instructor. I am a former EMT; WEMT, and trained through the Arizona Humane Society Emergency Animal Medical Technician Academy. I have been teaching for over 13 years.

Learn lifesaving skills by becoming the First Responder for humans and animals...you just may save a life!

We are looking for individuals or businesses to host our classes throughout AZ, or you can attend at one of our locations.

602-753-6734

Human:

http://www.heartsandwounds.com

Equine & Pet:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com

06/11/2025

Today is & I want to talk about brains 🧠

The human brain 🧠 weighs approximately 3lbs
The cat brain 🧠 weighs around 1/3 of a lb
The dog brain 🧠 weighs around 3/4 of a lb

But...
..the horse brain 🧠 weighs around 1.5-2lbs

Most of the horse's brain 🧠 is used in analyzing information received from the environment, unlike a humans brain 🧠 is mostly used for fine-motor skills and language development.

Their brain 🧠 is capable of processing vision from each eye separately, but at the same time.

In this picture, I am holding a horse's brain 🧠 from a necropsy we did in my 2015 Equine Anatomy Class.

My name is Teri Ann, and I offer Human * Equine * Pet CPR & First Aid Training. I am a former EMT; EAMT; WEMT & have been teaching over 13 years.

Learn lifesaving skills by becoming the First Responder for humans and animals...you just may save a life!

We are looking for individuals or businesses to host our classes throughout AZ, or you can attend at one of our locations.

602-753-6734

Human:

http://www.heartsandwounds.com

Equine & Pet:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com

06/10/2025

Growing your own aloe vera plant offers multiple benefits, including access to a natural remedy for skin conditions, a way to purify the air indoors, and a low-maintenance, ornamental plant for your home or garden. Aloe vera gel is known for its soothing and healing properties, making it a useful addition to first-aid kits.

However, did you know aloe vera is toxic to cats and dogs because it contains compounds like anthraquinone glycosides and saponins, which are found in the latex of the plant. These compounds, when ingested, can cause gastrointestinal upset, including vomiting and diarrhea, and potentially lead to dehydration.

The aloe vera plant contains:

◇ Anthraquinone glycosides: These compounds are purgatives, meaning they encourage bowel movements. When ingested, they are metabolized by intestinal bacteria, increasing mucus and water in the colon, which can lead to diarrhea and vomiting.

◇ Saponins: These compounds can also cause gastrointestinal upset, including vomiting and diarrhea, and may disrupt the delicate balance of a pet's digestive system.

◇ Calcium oxalates: Some types of aloe vera also contain calcium oxalates, which can cause severe irritation of the mouth, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing in cats.

Signs & Symptoms of Aloe Vera Poisoning:

● Vomiting & Diarrhea
● Lethargy
● Tremors
● Changes in urine color
● Depression
● Loss of appetite
● Stomach cramping
● Changes in blood pressure
● Irritated skin

Treatment:
If you suspect your pet has ingested aloe vera, it's crucial to seek veterinary attention immediately. The vet may recommend measures to help your pet recover, such as:

○ Dehydration treatment: IV fluids may be necessary to counteract dehydration caused by vomiting and diarrhea.
○ Medications: Medications to help relieve symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea may be prescribed.
○ Monitoring: Close monitoring is essential to ensure your pet is recovering and to address any complications.

In summary, the toxic compounds in aloe vera, particularly anthraquinone glycosides and saponins, can cause gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs, potentially leading to dehydration and other health issues. Prompt veterinary care is essential if you suspect your pet has ingested aloe vera.

Always have on hand:

● Your veterinarian phone #
● The nearest 24/7 Emergency Animal Hospital
● Two important Poison Control Hotline numbers you need to have program in your phone:

Human: 800-222-1222

Animal: ASPCA 24/7 Poison Control Hotline at 888-426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661.

● 3% Hydrogen Peroxide (when you are told by your vet or PC to induce vomiting)

#1 RULE: Safety Always

My name is Teri Ann, and I offer Human * Equine * Pet CPR & First Aid Training. I am a former EMT, WEMT, and attended the EAMT Academy through the AZ Humane Society & have been teaching over 14 years.

Learn lifesaving skills by becoming the First Responder for humans and animals...you just may save a life!

Give me a call at 602-753-6734 or check out my websites:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com

http://www.heartsandwounds.com

06/03/2025

Why is bread dough toxic to our dogs? I watched a vet show the other day, where a Border Collie ate a small amount of bread dough. By the time the owner got to the emergency veterinarian hospital, the dog's stomach was engorged and looked pregnant. Luckily, in this case, the veterinarian was able to induce vomiting, and it took a few vomits to completely empty out the dog's stomach contents of this dough.

Unbaked bread dough containing yeast is dangerous to dogs because the yeast continues to ferment in the warm, moist environment of the dog's stomach, producing ethanol (alcohol) and carbon dioxide. Yes, dogs can get alcohol poisoning due to bread dough toxicity, which can lead to stomach distension and potentially life-threatening conditions like bloat or gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV).

● Fermentation and Alcohol Production: The yeast in bread dough, when ingested by a dog, continues to ferment the sugars in the dough, producing ethanol (alcohol) and carbon dioxide gas. This fermentation process occurs in the dog's stomach, which provides a warm, moist environment ideal for yeast growth.

● Ethanol Poisoning: The ethanol produced by the yeast is absorbed into the dog's bloodstream, causing alcohol poisoning. Alcohol poisoning in dogs can lead to symptoms like:

○ Central nervous system depression (weakness, disorientation, seizures, coma)
○ Hypothermia (low body temperature)
○ Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)

● Stomach Distention (Bloat): The carbon dioxide gas produced during fermentation can cause the dog's stomach to bloat, leading to a distended abdomen. Bloat can be painful and dangerous, and if the stomach twists (GDV), it can be a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate veterinary care.

● Signs of Dough Toxicity:

》Early signs of dough toxicity may include dry heaving, abdominal distention, lethargy, and decreased activity.

》As ethanol intoxication develops, symptoms may include ataxia (loss of coordination), disorientation, weakness, and seizures. In severe cases, dogs may develop hypothermia, coma, and death.

● What to Do If Your Dog Eats Dough: If you suspect your dog has eaten raw, yeast-based dough, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison control hotline immediately.

》Do not attempt to induce vomiting without veterinary guidance, as this can worsen the situation《

Your veterinarian will likely need to induce vomiting to remove the dough and will monitor your dog for signs of complication. Surgery may also be an option.

Always have on hand:

● Your veterinarian phone #
● Two important Poison Control Hotline numbers you need to have program in your phone:

Human: 800-222-1222

Animal: ASPCA 24/7 Poison Control Hotline at 888-426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661.

♡ Safety Always

My name is Teri Ann, and I offer Human * Equine * Pet CPR & First Aid Training. I am a former EMT, WEMT, and attended the EAMT Academy through the AZ Humane Society & have been teaching over 14 years.

Learn lifesaving skills by becoming the First Responder for humans and animals...you just may save a life! Register for one of our lifesaving classes by going to our website:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com

04/22/2025

We have two Pet CPR & First Aid Classes coming up for Pet Professionals & Pet Parents:

Pet Parents:

April 26th, 10 am - 4 pm
Live Well Training Center
17431 w 71st Drive * Glendale

According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), one out of every four pets would survive if a single pet first aid technique was used before seeking emergency veterinary care.

Student tuition is $109.00 and includes a Laser Certificate of Training, an E-Certificate for your wallet, a homemade Muzzle, and a student book designed by Teri Ann.

To purchase a registration, for this valuable class, scan the QR code, or for more information, call Teri Ann at 602-753-6734 or go to our webpage:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com/pet-parents.html

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Pet Professionals:

Have you ever faced the horror of a pet (cat & dog) emergency as a pet professional and not knowing what to do? Teri Ann has designed her own program for the Pet Professional (Doggie Daycare/Boarding; Groomers; Petsitters; etc.)

This 4.5-hour Certification course will take the Pet Professional through several hands-on training scenarios, including team building scenarios (how to learn to work together in an emergency). Teri Ann utilizes dummy dogs, as well as live dogs.

April 28th
10-3
The Crazy Dog Lady
1614 E Bell Road * Phoenix AZ 85022

For more information or to register, please go to our webpage:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com/pet-professional-cpr.html

10/23/2024

Bring your family out to the Police K9 Trials at Westworld this weekend.

Comfy Pets of AZ will have a booth there. Stop by to pick up a goody bag with our 2024-2025 Human * Equine * Pet CPR & First Aid Training Course Catalog

Each day, we will be offering a different event special for our classes

10/21/2024

Bring your family out to thr Police K9 Trials at Westworld this weekend.

Comfy Pets of AZ will have a booth there. Stop by to pick up a goody bag with our 2024-2025 Course Catalog, as well as our event specials for our training classes.

10/17/2024

Come join us for our new 4-Hr Course ($70.00): Essentials in Disaster Planning. Students will learn

● Different types of disasters
● The different types of alerts from the government
● Mapping out your property
● Property inspections before a disaster even happens
● What are the essentials of your "Go Bag?"
● Nose-2-tail assessment on your livestock
● Identifying stock
● What to have on hand for shelter-in-place
● and more!!

Course comes with a workbook for your planning & personal preparedness notes, plus a Certificate of Training

To sign up, or for more information, call Teri Ann at 602-579-1437 or go to our webpage:

http://www.azequinefirstaid.com

08/26/2024

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