Thom Somes

Thom Somes, “The Pet Safety Guy” is a renowned speaker and presenter specializing in the field of health and safety for pets. He is proud to present the newest Pet Tech program, “Hiking With Your Dog, Pet Tech tips on How to be Safe and Have Fun out on the Trail.” You will learn the top 6 situations you may come across out on the trail and how to prevent or manage each situation if encountered.

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Thom Somes, also known as the “Pet Safety Guy”, is the president and founder of Pet Tech, the first International Training Center dedicated to CPR, First Aid & Care for dogs and cats. Thom’s career started in the medical field over 35 years ago in Michigan. He trained with the Michigan State Police and worked as an EMT for several ambulance services. After moving to California he became an Affiliate Faculty Member for Sharp Hospital and was an American Heart Association Instructor teaching human CPR, First Aid & AED trainings. Sixteen years ago he merged his passion for pets, teaching and medicine to create the premiere pet CPR, First Aid & Care Training programs on the planet. Thom went back to school and earned his Veterinary Assistant 1 & 2 and volunteered hundreds of hours at Pet Emergency Hospitals and Specialty Centers. The programs were developed by Thom with the help of several veterinarians. Pet Tech offers CPR, First Aid & Care training for pet parents and Pet Care Professionals. There are over 300 Pet Tech Instructors teaching the Pet Tech programs in 7 countries.

Thom is the author of Knowing Your Pet’s Health, A Guide to Optimal Wellness from Snout-To-Tail. This book is responsible for saving thousands of pets’ lives. It first debuted in Dear Abby in 2001. Knowing the skills and techniques of pet first aid can mean the difference between life and death; temporary and permanent disability; and expensive veterinarian bills and reasonable home care.

Thom is a renowned speaker and presenter specifically in the field of health and safety for pets. He is proud to present the newest Pet Tech program, “Hiking With Your Dog, Pet Tech tips on How to be Safe and Have Fun out on the Trail.” Whether you are a hiker, backpacker, dog walker or just like to take your dog for a walk, this presentation is for you. You will learn the top 6 situations you may come across out on the trail and how to prevent or manage each situation if encountered. You will also learn one of the most important skills we teach, The Snout-To-Tail Assessment™. All the information is geared to make your time out on the trail pleasant, enjoyable and safe for you and your pet.

Pet Tech has a lot more in store for pet lovers, be sure to stay tuned to our website for important updates. To learn more about Thom Somes, The Pet Safety Guy, Pet Tech and their family of programs, visit www.PetTech.net.