Pet CPR & First Aid

Live saving skills. Preventative care. Our PetPREP programs consist of signature classes, customized workshops, and a variety of events to ensure that pets are handled with love.

PetPREP provides tools and knowledge to help your pet in an emergency.

“1 of 4 pets would survive if just 1 pet first aid technique was used prior to seeking emergency care.”
— American Animal Hospital Association

Workshops

  • Pet CPR & First Aid (5 hours)

    Be prepared for when unexpected issues arise. This comprehensive class for pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals will cover the fundamentals of emergency care. You’ll receive a workbook, certificate of completion and wallet card. Minimum age 14. No pets. $125

    • Snout-To-Tail Assessment for Injury & Wellness

    • Canine & Feline CPR

    • Choking Management/ Rescue Breathing

    • Bleeding & Shock Management

    • Restraining & Muzzling

    • Assessing the Pet's Vitals

    • Pet First Aid Kit Contents

    • Insect Bites, Stings and Snakebite

    • Heat & Cold Injuries/Seizures

  • Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only, 2 hours)

    Learn how to handle pet medications. For Becky’s Pet Care Staff only. Free

    • Medication Administration & Training

  • Private Group Training

    We offer private group training at our facility or yours! Our Certified Pet Tech® Instructors provide your team with the tools and knowledge to help pets in an emergency. Please email training@beckyspetcare.com for rates and details.

Sign Up For A Workshop

Our Pet Tech® certified experts have taught hundreds of pet owners to safely care for their pets. Whether you want to know more about preventative measures to help your pet avoid and lessen injury, learn the right First Aid techniques, or find out how to do Pet CPR to save your pet’s life, our PetPREP courses help pet owners give comprehensive care to their furry family members.

Meet Our Instructor
Hilary Kautter Allsopp, M.S.ED.

Pet Tech® Instructor #2409

Senior Pet Care Professional, Trainer, Educator, Perpetual Tourist, Lifelong Learner, Collector of Experiences, Cat Whisperer, Performer

Kind, smart, and organized, Hilary joined Becky's Pet Care in September 2018 and works both as a Senior Pet Care Professional in Alexandria, and as an Instructor for our PetPREP program. Hilary is a constant seeker of knowledge and wants to understand the "how" and "why" behind everything, making her a natural teacher. Our clients and staff are grateful for her engaging, positive, and patient nature when helping them learn how to confidently respond to pet emergency situations when they attend our Pet CPR & First Aid courses.

Prior to following her dream to spend all day with pets, Hilary spent 10 years working as a college career counselor and faculty member in higher education, after completing her degree (and receiving the Graduate Student of the Year award!) from the University of Miami.

Outside of work, Hilary loves to explore new locations, restaurants, and experiences. She is just as happy reading plaques on a Civil War battlefield in Gettysburg as she is snorkeling with sea turtles on the coast of Hawaii. She has always felt close to nature and had a connection with animals. She spends time relaxing with her boyfriend and with her 4 rescue kitties - 2 male tabbies (Myles and Milo), 2 female tuxedos (littermates, Millie and Molly) and enjoys her freshwater fish tanks.

Workshop FAQ’s

  • The Pet CPR & First Aid Course (5 hour training) covers the following topics:

    • Snout-To-Tail Assessment for Injury & Wellness

    • Canine & Feline CPR

    • Choking Management/ Rescue Breathing

    • Bleeding & Shock Management

    • Restraining & Muzzling

    • Assessing the Pet's Vitals

    • Pet First Aid Kit Contents

    • Insect Bites, Stings and Snakebite

    • Heat & Cold Injuries/Seizures

    Pet Tech™ also offers an 8-hour PetSaver™ Program, which includes all of the above and two additional sections: Caring For Your Senior Pet-izen and Oral & Dental Health.

  • Participants in Pet CPR & First Aid classes receive a handbook, temporary muzzle, and certificate of completion showing that their training is current for 2 years.

  • The minimum age is 14 for all of our classes. It is recommended that those between the ages of 14-16 attend with an adult over the age of 18.

  • No. Personal pets are not permitted in the class, with the exception of Certified Service Dogs.

  • No. At the end of Pet CPR & First Aid training, you will receive a certificate of completion indicating that your training is current for 2 years, but you are not considered "certified.

  • Pet Tech™ is the first international training program dedicated to CPR, First Aid, and Care for dogs and cats. The company mantra is “Improving the Quality of Pets’ Lives, One Pet Parent at a Time.”™

    Pet Tech™ focuses on providing resources to pet parents and pet care professionals, as well as providing training to develop Certified Instructors who can help teach emergency prevention and life-saving skills to pet parents through their PetSaver™ and Pet CPR & First Aid Courses.

    Pet Tech™ is not an association, a non-profit, or other sanctioned organization. It is the leading authority on Pet First Aid, CPR, Emergency Care, and Preparedness.

  • Yes. All Pet Tech™ courses are standardized using the same materials. Each instructor has their own unique style and experiences, but the course materials and content are the same.

  • No, you can register online with your credit card. You still have to select the PayPal option on the Payment page, but there is a "Pay with Credit or Debit Card" button at the bottom of the PayPal log-in page.

  • Yes, but all classes have seating restrictions, so you are strongly encouraged to sign-up in advance. You may attend the class as a walk-in IF seats are still available. We recommend emailing training@beckyspetcare.com prior to coming to the class to ensure there is space available.

  • Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in and receive your materials. Class will start at the indicated time.

    If you are running late to the training, please email training@beckyspetcare.com. Be aware that you may be rescheduled to another training if you are more than 15 minutes late.

  • If the OPM Operating Status is CLOSED OR CLOSING EARLY, training classes will be canceled and you will be notified via the email address that you provided on your registration. For any other cancellations, you will be notified via the email address you provided on your registration, or you can email training@beckyspetcare.com. You will be notified of the make-up date for the canceled training, and/or you will be able to select from additional upcoming training dates.

  • If you cancel your registration for a class, you will be offered a credit towards a future class within the following 365 days. There are no refunds.

  • You will receive an automatic confirmation email within 24 hours of your registration. You will receive an email no less than 48 hours before the start of the training asking you to RSVP your attendence.

  • No. It is advised to bring snacks, food, and beverages. Short breaks will be provided, but there is nowhere nearby to quickly get food. There is a kitchen on site with a refrigerator, microwave, and sink.

  • Yes, you may bring a snack, drink, or even a meal. We realize that you may be coming directly from work for evening trainings. Please note that there are no locations nearby to quickly grab food or drinks.

  • Becky’s Pet Care Springfield Training Facility: 7411 Alban Station Court, Springfield, VA 22150. From Alban Road, look for the orange "Public Storage" sign to turn onto Alban Station Court. Follow the middle lane to continue straight into the business park, and building 7411 will be on your left. Ample free parking is available.

  • There is ample free parking in the business center park lot.

  • The training room is on the 2nd floor of the building, and is accessible via stairs or elevator.

  • Yes! If you are interested in a private training for your group, please email us at training@beckyspetcare.com. We will coordinate with our trainers to arrange a training at your location.