Greyhound First Aid Fundamentals

This webinar was recorded on Saturday, April 18th.  

Overview

Would you know what to do if your dog was injured or suddenly collapsed? This practical, introductory one‑hour session teaches the essential first aid skills every dog owner, adopter, or handler should know. You’ll learn how to stay calm, assess an emergency, and take the right action during the critical moments before veterinary care is available.

What You’ll Learn

• How to quickly assess a canine emergency (airway, breathing, circulation)
• Recognizing shock and other life‑threatening conditions
• The basics of canine CPR and life‑saving response
• Managing common emergencies such as:

Bleeding

Fractures

Choking

Burns

Poisoning

Heatstroke

Hypothermia

• Safe handling and transport of an injured dog
• What to include in a canine first aid kit, with special considerations for greyhounds

This course provides a clear, practical foundation in canine emergency care, helping you respond confidently and effectively when every second counts.

This course is led by Josh Pinto, a seasoned canine professional with extensive hands‑on experience working with greyhounds. His background includes supporting the rehoming of retired racing greyhounds and working at Wimbledon Greyhound Welfare in Hersham, where he developed a calm, practical, welfare‑focused approach to dog care.

Josh has worked closely with sighthounds for many years, giving him a deep understanding of their unique needs, sensitivities, and medical considerations.

Credentials & Experience

• Qualified Canine First Aid Instructor since 2018
• Conducts first aid training to dog owners, adopters, and canine professionals
• Experienced in emergency response, safe handling, and practical welfare‑based care
• Based in London, UK, where he continues to work hands‑on with greyhounds every day

Josh is passionate about empowering dog owners with the knowledge and confidence to act quickly and compassionately in an emergency.

Registration Details

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Who Should Attend

• Greyhound owners and adopters
• Dog handlers and pet professionals
• Anyone who wants to be prepared for canine emergencies

Equip yourself with the skills that could save a dog’s life. Join us for this essential, accessible, and empowering session on greyhound‑focused canine first aid.