Learn pet CPR at the Dog Health & Safety Expo.
You can't call 911 when your dog is having a medical crisis. But you can learn how to handle emergencies until you can get to the vet.
Get trained in animal CPR and first aid at the Dog Health & Safety Expo, being held from 6 pm to 9 pm next Tuesday (July 22) at Family Dog Central in Deerfield Beach.
There also will be instruction on hurricane preparedness for pets and dog massages, plus food, drinks and treats. Leashed dogs are welcome, although the emergency training program is for humans only. (You practice on dog models rather than the real thing).
There is a $20 fee for the first aid class, but everything else is free. Pre-register for the class by calling 954-360-2871.
Family Dog Central, at 1807 S. Powerline Raod, Suite 101, in Deerfield Beach, offers doggie day care and overnight stays. Click here for the Web site and more information.
ANGIE BRENNAN, a Sun-Sentinel page designer,
lives with four dogs and one boyfriend. And has a lifetime of animal stories to share.
DIANE LADE, a reporter on the Sun-Sentinel's Help Team, has lived with cats, dogs, reptiles, fish, an iguana, and an armadillo.
CYNDI METZGER, editor of the Sun-Sentinel's Outlook section, is smitten with Bella, her poodle who regularly ignores requests to sit, stay and get off the ivory-colored sofa. 
JOHN TANASYCHUK, a Sun-Sentinel lifestyle writer, has lived with cats as long as he can remember. He and his partner currently share their home with three.
Comments
I took this course at the Red Cross in Boca Raton a couple years ago...the Red Cross also offers the CPR/First Aid for pets....its a good thing to know...
Posted by: TJF | July 18, 2008 4:53 PM