Level 2 Canine First Aid (VQF)
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Learn life-saving skills to keep your dog safe in an emergency. Our nationally accredited course gives you the confidence and knowledge to act fast when it matters most.
Course Overview
The Level 2 Canine First Aid course is designed for dog owners, pet professionals, walkers, groomers, trainers, and anyone responsible for the care of dogs.
This practical course teaches you how to recognise and respond to common canine emergencies, including CPR, choking, bleeding, wounds, fractures, burns, poisoning, seizures, and shock, while providing essential care until veterinary treatment is available.
No previous experience is required, making the course suitable for both beginners and experienced handlers.
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Level 2 Canine First Aid Certificate that is COD Accredited, professionally endorsed, and valid for three years, demonstrating their knowledge and commitment to canine welfare.
Course Content
- Introduction to Canine First Aid
- Canine Accidents and First Aid
- CPR
- Drowning
- Fractures
- Catastrophic Bleeding
- Common Injuries
- Illnesses
- Burns
- Seizures and Epilepsy
In-House Training
This course can be delivered at your premises for groups. In-house training is a cost-effective way to train your team in a familiar environment with flexible scheduling.
Group size: [e.g. 6–12 learners per session]
We travel to your location across Suffolk and East Anglia.
Virtual Training
This course can also be delivered online, offering a flexible alternative for people who are unable to travel to one of our locations.
Group size: 6–12 learners per session
We deliver these sessions via Zoom, making them accessible to everyone.
we also now offer Training Packs with online sessions (£3 +£3 postage) - Get hands-on during your live Zoom pet first aid session by adding a practical training pack to you session. Designed for guided practice during the class, it contains the essential materials you’ll need to follow along and build confidence in basic bandaging and dressing techniques. Each pack includes: 1 cohesive bandage 1 dressing pad 1 triangular dressing Please note: This pack is intended for training and practice during the session and is not a complete pet first aid kit.
Open Course Dates
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