First Aid for Pets (Udemy.com)
Be prepared for pet emergencies: build a first aid kit + learn what actions to take for a range of traumas and diseases.
Created by: Dr Katherine van Ekert
Last updated March 2014
What you will learn
- You'll learn how to identify and respond to different types of emergency scenarios; how to safely handle your pet when they are injured; and how to build your very own pet first aid kit
- By the end of the course, you'll have the confidence to know how to best help your pet in case of an emergency
How it compares
Against the other 418 rated Udemy courses in Lifestyle on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.2 out of 5higher than 9% of them
- Reviews204#266 of 419 by number of reviews
- Length0.6 hoursshorter than 97% of them
- Last updatedMarch 2014earlier than 99% of them
Course Description
This course is run by our veterinarian, Dr Katherine, and will equip pet owners with the basic knowledge they need to help their pets in emergencies. It includes a series of explanatory videos, demonstrations with the one and only Delilah the Pitbull, and printable instructions for assembling your own pet-friendly first aid kit at home. We've thrown in a few quizzes to help with learning, too! Dr Katherine will conduct live sessions to take questions and respond to comments about the material. Please note that this is not intended to replace veterinary advice and you should always seek veterinary attention in case of emergency.
Instructor Details
- 4.2 Rating
204 Reviews
Dr Katherine van Ekert
Dr Katherine is a veterinarian, and director of Animal Consultants International. She has worked as a veterinarian in various mixed and small animal practices, including the RSPCA, as well as a veterinarian for the Victorian state government in Australia. She has also trained local veterinarians surgical skills and vaccination programs abroad, and performs veterinary outreach services for the homeless at VetSOS, and the Pryor Foundation, working with underprivileged youth.
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Reviews
By Ashleigh Marie Johnston on 6/15/2023
Most of the information felt like common knowledge. Might be a great class for someone getting their first pet but someone looking for more in-depth information should look for an advanced class.
By Amanda Jenkins on 1/26/2022
I had some concerns about typos and some blips in videos and voice overs. I think the quizzes could have been more powerful if they recapped on key information in the responses to answers submitted
By Russell H. Cashin on 12/4/2021
Overall good, but some errors in audio and one misstated question in the quiz for food and household items to avoid. A couple of slides have typos.
By Kimberly Corbett on 8/7/2021
this course was very informative and i now feel much better having first aid knowledge when it comes to my 4 legged children. kudos to the professor and her trusty 4 legged assistant.
By Jayne Dale on 8/11/2019
The information is given in simple terms to understand and relate to. Everything is manageable to the novice giving them confidence handling many instances especially emergencies.
By Cynthia Ballam on 6/19/2019
Yes, I own a Dog Grooming Parlour and this knowledge could be helpful in case of an accident in the Parlour or a seizure etc. In addition, many people often call me after hours as a first point of contact when a pet is ill or hurt. Delilah is Delightful xxx
By Linda Jones on 11/18/2016
There was a great deal of valuable information contained in this course. However, there was quite a bit of dead air waiting for the instructor to continue and there were times when there was recording that didn't sync with the instructor's voice and a lecture was started one place and then restarted and repeated in the next lecture. That being said, I would still recommend this course based on the content, resources and knowledge of the instructor.
By Andrew Shaw on 9/13/2016
One session played twice and the question about Raw Meat and Eggs is incorrect, The lecture said not to feed Raw Meat and Eggs but the exam said you should. I though maybe use a CPR Dog to effectively demonstrate CPR instead of a dodgy simulation on a real dog.
By Kristie Middleton on 3/20/2014
This info is vital for any pet owners. The course content was really helpful -- I took notes and learned a lot. Dr. van Ekert Onay is really knowledgeable about the subject matter and presents the information in an easy to understand way.
By Julia McClelland on 3/18/2014
This course is excellent with helpful tips on preventing harm to pets and managing illness and injury. The use of Delilah the dog as a model for pet CPR is worth checking out. She is super cute.
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Overall Score : 84 / 100






