The American Red Cross, Cape Cod and Islands Chapter will organize a Pet (Cat and Dog) First Aid class on Thursday August 5th, 2010. The class will be held from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at the Cape Cod and Islands Chapter location at 286 South Street, Hyannis MA 20601. Cost for the class is $45. Registration is available online at www.cciredcross.org or by calling (508) 775-1540.

Many people all over the Cape and Islands own pets, but do they know how to take care of a pet emergency? The American Red Cross wants to create awareness of pet emergencies and prepare owners of dogs and cats for any emergency. The course provides valuable information on how to keep your pet safe and how to act with confidence during an emergency. After the course you will feel prepared and confident to go to your pets rescue in case of any emergency.

This course covers knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care to pets for injuries and sudden illnesses. A wide range of topics are discussed, including preventative measures to help you and your pet live healthy and happy lives together. Each participant receives a dog or cat First Aid text book written by the American Red Cross and the Humane Society of the United States and a certification. Our pets love and care for us. It is important that we learn how to care for them and keep them safe and healthy.

To register for the class, for other information about training, volunteering or preparedness, go to our website, www.cciredcross.org. You can call (508) 775-1540 or write to 286 South Street, Hyannis, MA 02601.