Countrytime Emergency Services & Programs Equine/Canine/Human First Aid

WHAT ~ First Aid (Basic & Intermediate courses)

WHEN ~ Sept 23 & 24 (Wed/Thurs)

WHERE ~ Twin Ponds Wilderness Lodge (outside Gander/TCH)

WHO ~ Attendance open to general public

WHY ~ Certification for 3 years … check your records 😉

Message me for registration link Countrytime Emergency Services & Programs Equine/Canine/Human First Aid
Or
Sue Sweeney-Janes

Basic First Aid ~ Aug 1st
Intermediate First Aid Course ~ Aug 1-2nd
Glovertown 9-5pm

I look forward to working with our NL First Responders with our Livestock Handling and Emergency Services training!

Reach out if your department would be interested in assisting livestock owners across the province ☺️ when called upon!

I am very proud of this team of horse gals! Congratulations on your achievements 👏
A big class made for fantastic working groups and new friends to call upon in any emergency ☺️
Thank you to the Taylor family for their warm hospitality and wonderful herd of horses 🐴.
I look forward to coming back for your Disaster Planning and Emergency Preparedness Training in the Fall ♥️
Have a safe summer ☀️

🚨 TIP TUESDAY 🚨

🐶 Not Every Emergency Looks Dramatic

Have you ever noticed your dog suddenly refusing to jump into the car, avoiding stairs, or sitting down very carefully?

Many owners assume their dog is "just getting older" or "being stubborn."

Sometimes what you're seeing is called the "elevator butt" — when a dog lifts their rear end first and slowly raises their front end, almost like an elevator.

⚠️ This can be a warning sign of:

• Back or spinal pain
• Hip or joint injuries
• Abdominal discomfort
• A**l gland problems
• Muscle strains or soft tissue injuries

Other signs to watch for:
🐾 Hesitating before stairs
🐾 Reluctance to jump on furniture
🐾 Sitting crookedly
🐾 Difficulty getting comfortable
🐾 Changes in activity level

The important thing to remember:

👉 Dogs are experts at hiding pain.

A dog doesn't have to be crying, limping, or yelping for something to be wrong.

Early recognition can help prevent a minor issue from becoming a major one.

❤️ Trust your instincts. If your dog's movement suddenly changes, it's worth paying attention.

Have you ever noticed your dog doing the "elevator butt"? Tell us below! ⬇️

www.caninehealthcanada.com

Couple of EQUINE First Aid kits (Barn and Trailer) completed for a client on the West coast this weekend!




Equi-Health Canada

You have asked and I have listened!

MARINE Basic First Aid training June 19-20th
STANDARD First Aid (2-day, Intermediate level) June 19-20th
EMERGENCY First Aid (1-day, Basic level) June 20th

So if you require training for school/work or pleasure on or off land... this is your time to train!!

Also, I have space in upcoming BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS/Pre-Hospital care) certification on June 18th with Gambo Fire (evening).
Inquiries: Sue Sweeney-Janes