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Due to a knee injury that will require surgery, Rosanne will not be teaching Pet Tech pet first aid classes again until late in 2008. Additonal Pet Tech class information will be posted at that time. If you would like your name and address to be added to Rosanne's mailing list for future Pet Tech classes, please e-mail her with your contact information. |
Rosanne Berkenstock, Pet Tech Instructor # 1318
Pet First Aid Classes Throughout Virginia and the Washington, D. C. Metro Area
To receive information on upcoming Pet Tech pet first aid classes or a future e-newsletter on pet first aid and related pet care topics, please send me an e-mail. Your e-mail address is used only for information on Pet Tech pet first aid classes and it is never shared.
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What would you do in a pet emergency?
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Perhaps a bee stings your dog or your cat is hurt in a fight. Do you know what kinds of pet first aid you can administer vs. when you need to go to the veterinarian? Do you have a pet-specific first aid kit?
When every minute counts in a life-threatening situation, do you have the skills to save your pet's life? Do you know pet CPR?
Pet First Aid is the immediate care given to a pet that has been injured or is suddenly taken ill. Knowing the skills and techniques of Pet First Aid can mean the difference between life and death for your pet, temporary vs. permanent disability, and rapid recovery vs. long recuperation periods.
Thousands of dogs and cats are injured and die every year from preventable accidents. According to the American Animal Hospital Association, one out of four or more pets could be saved if just one Pet First Aid technique was applied prior to seeking veterinary treatment. Preventable accidents are the leading cause of death and disability for non-senior dogs and cats.
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Learn pet first aid and better pet care!
The Pet Tech program includes pet first aid and pet CPR training. |
Pet Tech® was the first nationwide training center for dog and cat first aid and CPR. Through a network of instructors, Pet Tech provides the most comprehensive Pet First Aid, pet health, and pet CPR training available.
Classes consist of lectures and demonstrations with plenty of time for hands-on skills exercises. All PetSaver™ and Pet First Aid & CPR classes include a comprehensive workbook and completion certificate. The PetSaver™ class is eight hours and can be scheduled all in one day or in several shorter sessions. The Pet First Aid & CPR class, as well as the sessions covering general pet health including pet dental and senior pet-izen care, can also be taught as separate four-hour classes.
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Snout-to-Tail Wellness Assessment |
As a pet owner, you also need to observe and assess pets with a clinical eye. Knowing how to check your dog or cat's vital signs and perform a regular Snout-to-Tail wellness assessment are the best ways to monitor a pet's ongoing health. Through our PetSaver™ program you will learn to take better care of your pet and recognize early signs of potential medical problems.
In addition, more than 80% of dogs and 70% of cats develop periodontal disease by the time they reach the age of three years, according to the American Veterinary Dental Society. The PetSaver™ program includes a session on pet dental care, and time is also spent on issues affecting the senior pet-izen.
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Pet Tech pet first aid classes are suitable for:
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Pet Owners -- Knowing what to do in an emergency could save your pet's life. Practicing wellness prevention can catch potential problems early and help improve the quality of life for your pet. Ask about discounts for couples or parent/child attendees.
Pet Professionals -- Whether you own a kennel, run a doggie daycare, groom cats and dogs, pet sit, or provide training, you can reduce your liability and instill confidence in your clients if you and your staff are trained in Pet First Aid & CPR. A 10% discount is available to members of IACP, APDT, PSI, and other approved organizations, owners of businesses directly related to pet care and/or training, and the volunteers affiliated with Waggin' Hearts Therapy Dogs. (Cannot be combined with other discount offers.)
Pet Rescue/Humane Groups and Educational Organizations or Breed Associations -- Sponsor a class to educate members in pet health care, pet first aid, and pet safety and 25% of each student's fee will be donated to your pet-related organization. (Organization must provide classroom.)
Civic Organizations, Youth Groups, and Community Events -- Request a FREE short program on pet health or pet first aid.
In-home Presentations -- Host a Pet First Aid or Pet Saver™ class in your home (must provide suitable facilities) with six pre-paid students and you may attend the class FREE!
Note: Classes cover pet first aid, pet CPR, and health issues related to cats and dogs only. Children under 12 may attend only when registering with a parent or other responsible adult. Please DO NOT bring pets to the class unless you have obtained special permission from the instructor.
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Hands-on Pet Tech pet first aid skills include: |
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Pet Tech PetSaver™ Lecture Topics |
Pet First Aid Kit Contents -- Equipment and supplies for putting together a pet first aid kit.
Insect Bites/Stings and Snakebites -- Signs, care, allergic reactions, actions for survival.
Heat and Cold Problems -- Definitions, causes, signs, and actions for survival.
Seizures -- Definition, signs, and actions for survival.
Your Senior Pet-izen -- Lifelong and Senior care, signs of aging, risk factors, and euthanasia.
Dental Care -- Tips for providing the best dental care for your pets.
Medical Emergencies -- How to recognize and what to do about them.
Administering Medications -- Tips for both cats and dogs.
Pet Poisonings -- Immediate care, when to induce vomiting, pet poison control agencies.
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Pet Etiquette -- What to do, and not do, in public with your pets.
Traveling With Your Pets -- What to take and do for a successful trip.
Pet Loss -- Understanding the grieving process in relation to pet loss, tips for helping yourself, friends, and children at this sad time.
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PetSaver, Pet First Aid and Pet CPR Class Pricing
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Complete Eight Hour PetSaver™ course including all bonus topics -- $99
Four hour module in Pet First Aid & CPR -- $55
Workbook and certificate provided for PetSaver™ and Pet First Aid & CPR classes. |
Instructor Rosanne Berkenstock is a former Emergency Medical Technician at the cardiac care level and she is currently licensed as a Registered Nurse. Prior to becoming a Pet Tech instructor, she attended several other pet first aid classes in an effort to find the best educational opportunity.
The Pet Tech program exceeded her expectations. It is based on Kirk and Bistner's Handbook of Veterinary Procedures and Emergency Treatment. Each Pet Tech instructor goes through a comprehensive training program during which instructor candidates constantly review pet first aid procedures and practice the skills they will be teaching. They have numerous opportunities to receive feedback from Pet Tech founder Thom Somes on their skills presentations and lecture techniques before earning their Pet Tech instructor certification.
Rosanne grew up on a farm in northern Virginia and she has been a lifelong pet owner. A former National winner in the 4-H horse program, she currently owns two Jack Russell Terriers and they participate in Waggin' Hearts, a Virginia pet therapy program affiliated with Therapy Dogs, Inc. She is a graduate of George Mason University. |
For more information or to schedule a class please contact:
Rosanne Berkenstock
Pet Tech Instructor # 1318
Culpeper, Virginia
(540) 825-6200
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