If your dog or cat collapsed right in front of you, would you know what to do in the first 60 seconds? Most pet owners wouldn’t—and those first moments can mean everything.

In this powerful episode of Voices of Vital Care, we sit down with a former first responder turned pet CPR instructor Kate Klasen of Bishop’s Mission, to break down the life-saving skills every pet parent needs but almost no one has.

From recognizing critical warning signs to performing CPR correctly based on your pet’s size, this conversation delivers practical, real-world guidance you can act on immediately.

You’ll learn how to assess emergencies, what vital signs to watch, how to build a pet first aid kit, and the biggest mistakes people make when panic sets in. Beyond the techniques, this episode reveals something deeper. How knowledge creates confidence, and how everyday people can step up in life-or-death moments for the animals they love.

Whether you’re a pet owner, considering a path in animal care, or exploring healthcare-adjacent careers, this episode shows how purpose, preparation, and quick action can make all the difference.

Don’t wait until it’s too late. Take 10 minutes today to learn something that could save your pet’s life. Hit subscribe, share this with a fellow pet owner, and start preparing now—because in an emergency, you won’t have time to figure it out.

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, stance, or position of Pima Medical Institute.

LINK TO ANIMAL Baseline Temps:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZjMrQL8DmEgjdYcPvdOKyNnEZztbhB8/view?usp=sharing