Features & Capabilities

The American Red Cross Pet First Aid app puts veterinary guidance for everyday emergencies in the palm of your hand. It includes videos, interactive quizzes, and simple step-by-step instructions for both cat and dog content.

Key features include an emergency vet locator, customizable multiple pet profiles, appointment reminders, and shareable badges. It’s a learning tool and not a substitute for professional veterinary care.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
American Red Cross
Rating:
4.20
(72)
Version:
2.8.2 Last updated: 2026-02-23
Version code:
881249097
Creation date:
2013-12-18
Compatible devices:
Size:
57.85MB
URLs:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-05
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Developed by:
American Red Cross
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pet-first-aid/id780415389

User Reviews

Reviews consistently praise Pet First Aid as a practical, life-oriented resource that helps owners recognize emergencies and decide when to seek veterinary care. It is widely viewed as a must-have for dog and cat owners and is valued for on-the-go resources. However, there are notable downsides: content is largely dog-focused, some users with other pets feel underserved, and several reviews note the app hasn’t been updated recently, raising concerns about outdated information. Overall, it’s a valuable reference but not a substitute for professional veterinary care.
Pros
  • Provides practical, actionable pet first aid guidance that can help owners recognize emergencies and decide when to seek veterinary care.
  • Widely viewed as a must-have resource for dog and cat owners and is praised for offering peace of mind during emergencies.
  • Includes on-the-go resources like guidance for emergencies and locating local care options (e.g., veterinary hospitals and hotels) that are useful when traveling with pets.
  • Described as easy to use and informative, with owners relying on it as a helpful reference until professional care is available.
Cons
  • Content is largely dog-focused, leaving cat owners (and owners of other species) underserved or confused.
  • Not updated recently, leading to concerns about outdated information and relevance for current best practices.
Recent reviews
Please fix
by So*****, 2026-05-21

I had this app downloaded but hardly browsed to see how much information has been made available on it. When my dog woke me up at night gagging and pacing with a bloated stomach, I used this app and got to ease her suffering within a few hours of the onset of symptoms. Thanks for such a great app!
by We*****, 2025-11-02

Awful app, zero credibility
by Wi*****, 2025-08-19
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