SkillsFuture approved (TGS-2025056244) & NTUC UTAP funding approved
Canine First Responder Course©
This course is designed for pet owners, pet care professionals, and animal lovers who want to gain essential, life-saving skills to confidently handle canine emergencies — both at home and abroad.
target learners
Pet owners, pet care professionals, and animal lovers who want to confidently handle canine emergencies — both at home and abroad
Unlike many basic courses, the Canine First Responder Course© offers a well-structured, hands-on curriculum that builds the confidence and practical skills needed to care for injured dogs in real-life situations.
You will receive realistic CPR practice on canine manikins, ensuring you develop both the knowledge and the muscle memory to respond effectively in emergencies.
What sets us apart?
• Veterinary recommended since 2009 in the UK and locally since 2013
• Real-life, impactful learning with memory retention strategies built in
• Taught by experienced Pet Care Professionals with extensive, real-world knowledge of working with dogs
• Proven course structure that others couldn’t replicate
• Evidence-based, hands-on pet first aid meeting global standards
• A proven program backed by veterinary professionals
• Receive hands-on training that sticks with you when every second counts
For over 16 years, we have refined and delivered this course successfully, bridging the gaps that other programs miss. Our instructors don’t just teach – they share real-life experiences and industry insights that make this training truly valuable.
The Canine First Responder Course© runs bi-monthly, making it easy for you to find a date that fits your schedule.
Canine First Responder Course©
SkillsFuture approved (TGS-2025056244) & NTUC UTAP funding approved
Primary Care Content
• Canine Communication
• Scene assessment and barrier use
• Primary assessment
• CPR and rescue breathing
• Choking management
• Control of serious bleeding
• Shock management
• Spinal injury management
• Emergency handling and transportation
Secondary Care Content
• Injury assessment
• Illness assessment
• Splinting for fractures
• Bandaging minor wounds
Skills Assessment
• Practical assessment
$215
— Duration: 9AM to 6PM (1-Full day)
— 2-year UK Certification course
*PayPal service fee to be borne by participant
Canine First Responder Refresher Course©
The Canine First Responder Refresher Course© is designed for those whose 2-year certification is nearing expiry. Regular refreshers are essential to ensure that your skills remain sharp and aligned with the latest first-aid procedures.
By completing this refresher, you’ll renew your certificate for another two years, giving you the confidence and competence to continue responding effectively in canine emergencies.
target learners
For existing Canine First Responder whose 2-year certification is nearing expiry
Why take the refresher?
• Required for Certificate Renewal (every 2 years)
• Essential skills maintenance
• Updates on the latest First Aid practices
• Quick, half-day session
This refresher helps qualified Canine First Responders to stay current and competent, reinforcing core skills and providing updates to first-aid protocols that may have changed since your initial certification.
Important Notes:
If your Certificate has lapsed by less than 30 days then this is a Half day course. If it has lapsed by more than 30 days then you will have to attend the full one day course.
Canine Primary Care 1/2 Day Course
Introduced in 2016, the Canine Primary Care Course© is the first part of the Canine First Responder Course, specially designed for those who wish to learn essential canine first aid skills without attending the full-day course.
This is a non-certification course but offers the same well-structured curriculum focused on building confidence in handling pet emergencies.
target learners
For Canine Enthusiasts who wish to learn essential canine first aid skills without attending the full-day course.
Why take the new non-certification course?
• Essential First Aid skills without the full-day commitment
• Be equipped with Primary Care skills in emergency situations
• Quick, half-day session
Primary Care Only Content
• Canine communication
• Scene assessment and barrier use
• Primary assessment
• CPR and rescue breathing
• Choking management
• Control of serious bleeding
• Shock management
• Spinal injury management
• Emergency handling and transportation
$165
— Duration: 9AM to 3PM
— Non-Certification course
*PayPal service fee to be borne by participant
TESTIMONIALS
"We are pleased to recommend the course to anyone or organization who is interested in acquiring comprehensive skills in canine first aid."
Dr. Anthony Goh
Bsc BVSc (Sydney) Hons, MANZCVS (Small Animal Medicine)
Mount Pleasant Vet Centre"I am very pleased with the way that the course has been structured - it is detailed in its outline, well organised, easy to use, ease of access over the web and most important of all is the way you reinforce the right protocols set out in each of your reading materials and practical sessions."
Dr. Christopher Tham
Principal Veterinary Surgeon
Jireh Veterinary Clinic"If you are looking for a certified, concise, hands-on, no nonsense and well-structured First Responder Course, look no further!"
Dr. Francis Tay
Bsc BVMS (Hons) (Murdoch)
Ohana VetCare"In recognition to you using your Canine First Responder skills it gives us great pleasure to enclose your Good Samaritan Award Certificate. We hope you display it with the pride it deserves for your selfless act, well done."
Mike and the Team
MJ First Aid Training (UK)"Practical and based on real life situations. It is relevant in my line of work. Maggie was a good and engaging facilitator. Thanks."
Xue Er Ang"All areas were covered and the instructor kept reminding us throughout the course so that we'd remember things well."
Faith Cheong I-Wen"We were taught how to improvise things that are not available during first aid being administered."
Sara Peng"Directly relevant information and skillsets. Opportunities to practice and receive feedback."
Kristabelle Tan"Like hands-on training, interactive and everything was explained clearly."
Lina Teo"Love this course, will recommend to my friends!"
Chrisline Christabella Quah"The practical was important for me to remember. Maggie is friendly and helpful, knowledgeable and able to answer all our questions. Real videos to show examples."
Jasmine Lim Yu Qian"Not only theory is enriching and knowledgeable but practical hands-on as well. Very useful for my work in pet industry."
Sheila Koh (Woofles 'n' Paws)"Maggie is very engaging and has valuable personal anecdotes and experience. Fast-paced, information was concise/clear and delivery was good."
Stefanie Pan"Very fun and practical and informative class. Like the hands-on activities. Instructor ran through the process multiple times to ensure that we understand."
Lynette Wong"The opportunity to learn new things and meet like-minded people. Thank you for a very useful course!"
Carol Chee Sow Har"The trainer able to get our attention and not left out anyone."
Joanne Chong Wei Mei"The instructor pushes me to think through scenarios for real life applications."
Samantha Koh"The course won't take too long time. Sharp and clear. Instructor is nice and with well knowledge."
Sukie Ho"Very practical, realistic and easy to follow."
Shenna Tjoa"Like hands-on practice. It is a very educational and fun with simulated dogs. Able to learn the proper way of performing CPR on dogs. I would recommend to all my friends with dog. Everyone who has pet should take up this course. Thank you very much, Maggie. I love your lesson and will wait for refresh class to come by."
Teo Yee Jin"Knowledgeable and engaging instructor, practical approach to a complex topic. Best course of the year!"
Arthur Lee Gilbert"Small group. Instructor is more able to give more attention individually."
Elerina"It's very hands-on and very entertaining at the same time. The instructor was very fun and patient. I learned a lot. Thanks!"
Lee JooYun"Interactive! Well done, thanks!"
Olivia Lua"Well informed and casual setup of the course. Great job to the instructor. Thank you."
Jacqueline Sommer Scully