Would you know how to save your pet if they started choking or collapsed from heatstroke?
Pet emergencies can happen in seconds, and knowing what to do could be the difference between life and death. Most pet parents aren’t prepared—and that’s exactly what this episode aims to change.
I’m joined by Arden Moore, a master-certified pet first aid and CPR instructor, award-winning author, and host of Oh Behave and Four-Legged Life. She shares the lifesaving skills every pet owner needs to know.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• How to recognize common emergencies like choking, heatstroke, and trauma
• Simple first aid techniques that can stabilize your pet until you reach the vet
• What to include in your pet first aid kit and how to use it effectively

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who lives with pets. Because when emergencies happen, panic is not a plan.

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Pet First Aid for You – Arden’s courses, certifications, and recommended kits
• ASPCA Poison Control – 24/7 emergency hotline
• Pet Poison Helpline – Toxicology support for pet emergencies
• Shop Arden’s Pet First Aid Kits

ARDEN MOORE’S PODCASTS:

• Oh Behave on Pet Life Radio
• Four-Legged Life

PS: If you hear us mention Muddy Paws and Hairballs, that was before we shifted our focus to what really matters: helping you thrive as a pet parent. Same host, sharper mission. 

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Pet parenting is tough, but The Pet Parent Hotline helps solve real pet parenting struggles with practical pet advice. Each week, we provide pet care advice and pet saving hacks for overwhelmed pet parents trying to save money at the pet store and on vet bills, make puppy training easy, fix cat behavior problems like litter box issues and scratching, and keep multi-pet households in balance. We share pet advice on pet budgeting, cat care, dog training tips, dog behavior, stress-free vet visits, and home cleaning with pets. Follow for the pet parent support you need to stop chasing your tail and start enjoying life with pets.

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