Why Every St. Louis Pet Parent Should Get Pet First Aid & CPR Certified

Maris Miller
Jul 21
2 min read

Let’s be real — our pets are family. They snuggle us through the Sunday Scaries, get us out of the house for daily walks (even when it’s 95° and humid in STL ), and give us unconditional love, even when we accidentally step on their tail. So it only makes sense that we’d want to be prepared to help them in an emergency. That’s where Pet First Aid & CPR certification comes in.

Emergencies Happen — Even in the 314

Whether you’re a dog mom in Soulard or a cat dad in Tower Grove, emergencies don’t exactly schedule themselves around your convenience. Choking hazards, allergic reactions, heatstroke (hello, St. Louis summers ), or even something as simple as a torn paw pad — they can all happen in a blink.Being trained in pet first aid and CPR means you’ll know exactly what to do while you’re waiting to get to the vet. You could literally save your pet’s life. Not dramatic — just the truth.

Why It’s a No-Brainer for Busy Pet Parents

Our fellow St. Louis pet parents — nurses, teachers, and remote workers — you already juggle a lot. But here’s the thing: investing just a few hours in a Pet First Aid & CPR course gives you serious peace of mind. And let’s face it, peace of mind is priceless when your furry BFF is involved. Plus, being the responsible, overachieving pet parent you already are… this kind of training just makes sense. You’d never skip your dog’s annual vet visit or your cat’s prescription refill — so why not learn how to act fast in a crisis?

Meet Your Local Experts at House of Paws

Here’s the exciting part: House of Paws Pet Care is now hosting a Pet First Aid & CPR course right here in St. Louis — every single month! Led by trained pet care pros (aka: people who’ve seen it all and kept their cool), this hands-on course teaches:

How to perform CPR on dogs and cats
How to treat wounds, bleeding, and burns
What to do if your pet is choking
Recognizing signs of heatstroke or poisoning
Building a pet first aid kit that actually makes sense

And yes — you’ll practice on CPR demo pets (not real ones, don’t worry). You’ll leave feeling confident, empowered, and like the superhero your pet already thinks you are.

Paws Up If You’re Ready to Feel Empowered

Whether you’re a seasoned pet owner or just welcomed a new floof into your Central West End condo, this course is a must. Think of it as adding another tool to your pet parenting toolkit — one that could literally save a life.