Benefits of knowing pet first aid: Pet ownership is up globally and 70% of U.S. homes have a pet. In 91 countries, 50% of all vet clinics reported an increase in appointments.

Nothing can replace vet care, but more information allows for more first aid options at home until a vet is available. Sometimes that may be as simple as providing care in transit. How we treat our pets has evolved over time. Emergency care can be expensive with negative impacts to family income.

Emergency vets, and vets overall, reports of psychological distress rose 9.7% since 2020. The CDC states one in six veterinarians has considered suicide.

Our first aid knowledge help us care for our Luna during her cancer treatment and I hope you'll read more about her story.