K9 1ST AID & EMERGENCIES | hopliteventuretrek

The K9 Emergency and 1st Aid courses are beyond a standard class, they're a mission! We are very passionate about the content and message when caring for our canine companions. The enduring energy, drive and curiosity can put our closest partner(s) in harm's way. You are the first line in ensuring the best outcome when the unexpected happens. Be ready, be prepared and learn the best strategies for keeping your K9 safe.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR

Dog CPR is covered both in presentation and in skills. Recognition of devolving trends and environmental situations that put your canine at risk for cardiac arrest are thoroughly covered. Coupled with hands on practice to fully familiarize you with this life saving practice.

Injury Care & Prevention

Dogs are companions, travel buddies, protectors and working partners. The many ways dogs can be injured or be exposed to dangers are innumerable. We cover the most common of calamities, environmental threats to dangerous animal encounters. What can you do, what is the equipment you need and how to do it.

Assessment

Assessment of your best trail companion is the foundation to recognizing the need for care. Medical and trauma assessment is instructed from early signs of trouble to recognizing trends post care. From universal truths regarding dogs to size and breed specific recognition.

Emergency or Not an Emergency?

Emergencies are definitely defined by urgency, especially in remote location when travel to higher medical care may be at a critical distance. Coupled with common treatment strategies, learn what is life threatening and what can be stabilized.

Common Medications & Administration

There is a variety of over the counter, home medications and effective treatments that can be administered to dogs. Learn the correct doses and delivery methods to best care for your canine companion. And what not to do!

Safety Equipment Review & Usage

We cover safety and recovery equipment from water dogs to mountain dogs. What we've used, recommended brands to how to use the gear properly. Additionally for in-person courses we have practice sessions for carrying equipment liters, surgical staples, tourniquets, improvised muzzles, wound dressings and splints.

Types of K9 1st Aid & Emergency Care Courses

2 Hour K9 1st aid & Emergencies Basic

A great course for the getting familiar with the basics of canine anatomy, emergencies and treatment strategies for the most common calamities. Basic vitals sign skills practice included, equipment usage is didactic not tactie.

$75 in-person pre scheduled courses(see calendar)

$100 in-person, minimum 4 participants, plus travel outside of Denver area

$120 on-line, minimum 1 participent

$200 one-on-one, travel outside of Denver area additional

* This course can be attended on-line or in person

8 hour k9 1st Aid & Emergencies Course

All of the information that is found in the 2 hour basic K9 Emergencies course with the great bonus of tactile practice with equipment, med administration, carrying, surgical stapling, CPR and getting proficient with acquiring baseline vital signs.

$120 in-person pre scheduled courses(see calendar)

$120 in-person, minimum 4 participants, plus travel outside of Denver area

$500 one-on-one, travel outside of Denver area additional, course with one participant usually is 4-5 hours

* This is a in person or one-on-one course only

IN PERSON COURSES

Tel. 123-456-7890

Fax. 123-456-7890

500 Terry Francois Street,
San Francisco, CA 94158

Always the most impactful training is face to face. Many of the life saving skills are best practiced in-person. Plus you can learn with your own well behaved canine companion. This is a must for the K9 Emergencies Advanced Course.

ON LINE COURSES

On-line is great way to experience the basic course. Interactive and can be attended remotely at a location of your choice. This option is only available for the 2 hK9 Emergencies Basic Course.

ONE ON ONE

If you're looking for a focused presentation 1 on 1 this can be done depending on location. This type of training also offers the most ease of scheduling as well.

Q: Can I bring my dog(s) to the K9 Emergencies Care Course?

A: Yes, no...maybe?! Your experience will be enhanced greatly if your canine companion can attend the course. Practicing your assessment skills on your own pup is ideal. Especially when we go over pulse locations and do skills practice. However, your dog MUST be able to be around other dogs and people without the danger of them biting or being a major disruption. If your companion is not a social beast we suggest you request an on-line or one-on-one course.

Q: Is this course for puppy's or just full grown dogs?

A: Training at any age for your dog is great. Although many of the assessment strategies and equipment used will be focused towards full grown dogs. You will just know that upon completion of the course that further focus and practice of your new skills will need to be re enforced as your canine grows into their paws.

Q: Should I sign-up for both the 2 hour basic and the full 8 hour K9 Emergency Course?

A: Probably not. The 8 hour K9 Emergency Course covers everything in the basic course with skills practice interlaced with the didactic sections.

Planning on attending any of the 4 Overland Expos in 2023? Sign-up for our 2 hour Backcountry Dogs Emergency Course on Sundays as part of your Expo experience. Bring your adventure dog!

Overland Expo West May 19-21, 2023 Flagstaff, AZ

Overland Expo PNW July 7-9, 2023 Redmond, OR

Overland Expo Mtn West August 25-27, 2023 Loveland, CO

Overland Expo East October 6-8, 2023 Arrington, VA