We at Living with a Golden strongly believe that knowing the basics of Pet First Aid and CPR is important for all dog owners.  On March 18, 2017, a class on Red Cross Cat and Dog First Aid/CPR will be offered through the Scarborough Adult Learning Center by Bobby Silcott.  Bobby Silcott is a retired EMT/firefighter, animal control officer, and facilities director for the Animal Refuge League; he teaches this course as a volunteer, with partial proceeds from this class to benefit the Pet Oxygen Mask (POM) Project.

Since May of 2009, Bobby Silcott has been on a mission to help equip local fire/rescue organizations statewide, with Pet Oxygen Masks (POM) designed for most companion animals. To do this Bobby received the necessary education to qualify him to teach Cat and Dog First Aid/CPR, as well as, American Heart Association Heartsaver/BLS First Aid/CPR/AED courses. Bobby has volunteered his time, so proceeds from these classes have gone toward the purchase of these much needed masks.  A set of POMs costs $80 including shipping and handling. A set includes a small, medium and large mask.  Since 2009, the POM Project has equipped over 300 fire/rescue squads with life-saving pet oxygen masks.

The Red Cross Cat and Dog First Aid and CPR class will be offered on Saturday, March 18, 2017 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Scarborough High School (11 Municipal Drive, Scarborough, ME).  The cost of the class is $80 and includes Red Cross book, DVD and certificate.  Pre-registration is required, with $40 due at that time.  The remaining $40 can be paid on the day of the class.  Please bring snacks and beverages for class breaks.  To learn more visit the Maine POM Project.