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MEET THE PET SAFETY CRUSADER
Denise Fleck is the Pet Safety Crusader™, inspiring people of all ages to “Be the one who makes the difference in the life of an animal!” Raised by a gentle giant—Ulysses the Great Dane—Denise’s lifelong devotion to animals began early and never let go. A Forbes 50/50 Impact Honoree and author of nearly 20 books, she has been a devoted dog mom to fourteen canines, with a special place in her heart for senior and visually impaired dogs. Currently, Raeven, a blind rescued Akita, shares her heart and home.
Denise’s passion led her to serve as Board Chair of several animal welfare organizations, including The Grey Muzzle Organization (2017-2025), where she also served as the Executive Director, championing the belief that there is no greater love than the soulful gaze of a senior dog. Before that, she spent 15 years as a true “boots-on-the-ground” animal rescuer.
After a career as a movie studio publicist, Denise poured her heart into animal safety—training, researching, practicing, and ultimately developing her own Pet First Aid & CPR curriculum, which she has taught to more than 33,000 pet parents and professionals. She has shared her expertise on CBS–TV’s The Doctors, Animal Planet, KTLA, and CNN, and now focuses on training the next generation of animal care instructors. Denise is also the creator of specialized courses in pet disaster preparedness and first aid for birds, rabbits, and other beloved companions.
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Pet First-Aid Kits & Classes
818-951-7962
WHY PET FIRST AID & SAFETY?
9 out of 10 dogs & cats WILL experience an emergency at some point in their lives.
25% more (AAHA) can be saved if first aid is administered BEFORE getting to veterinary help.
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First Aid Basics for Rabbits, Pocket Pets and Exotics (BOOK)
First Aid Basics & Care for Rabbits, Pocket Pets & Exotics
When every second counts, knowing what to do can make all the difference.
Whether you’re welcoming your very first rabbit or have shared your home with pocket pets for years, First Aid Basics & Care for Rabbits, Pocket Pets & Exotics provides practical, veterinarian-informed guidance to help you recognize problems early, respond confidently, and provide the best possible care until professional veterinary treatment is available.
Written by internationally recognized pet safety expert Denise Fleck, The Pet Safety Crusader™, this easy-to-follow guide combines everyday care, preventive health, and emergency first aid into one comprehensive resource.
Inside you’ll discover:
• How to recognize what’s normal—and what’s not—for your pet
• Species-specific handling and restraint techniques
• Head-to-tail wellness examinations and vital signs
• Nutrition, housing, enrichment, and preventive care essentials
• Common illnesses and injuries, plus what to do while seeking veterinary care
• Emergency preparedness and travel tips
• Pet first aid kit recommendations
• Easy-to-understand illustrations, checklists, quick-reference charts, and safety tips
Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover children’s book series
$50.00
Join Mary-Alice, her friends, and a lovable cast of animals in the award-winning Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover series—a collection of heartwarming stories about kindness, friendship, responsibility, and discovering the treasures hidden beneath the surface.
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FIRST THREE BOOKS NOW AVAILABLE…
- Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover
- Start Off on the Right Paw: DJAB II
- A Dream Come True: DJAB III
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First Aid Basics for Rabbits and Pocket Pets
$75.00
First Aid Basics & Care for Rabbits, Rodents & Exotics is a practical, easy-to-follow course designed to help pet parents, caregivers, rescue volunteers, and animal professionals better understand the unique needs of rabbits, rodents, and several popular exotic companion animals.
In this 4 1/2-hour recorded course, Pet Safety Crusader™ Denise Fleck guides you through essential care, normal vs. abnormal signs, common emergencies, safe handling, first aid basics, and when veterinary care is urgently needed.
Basic Bird First Aid & Care Certificate Course (PSC-101)
$65.00
Every bird owner should know what to do before an emergency happens. Join award-winning Pet First Aid & CPR instructor, Denise Fleck, The Pet Safety Crusader™, as she shares essential first aid, safety, and preventive care tips to help you keep your feathered companion healthy and safe.
While You Were Away – A Pet Sitter’s Safety Note card for Clients
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Pet Safety Crusader Coffee Mug
Start your day in a lifesaving way! This sturdy, stylish mug features the bold Pet Safety Crusader logo—a perfect reminder that you’re part of a movement to protect pets through preparedness and education. Whether you’re sipping coffee or enjoying tea with your four-legged best friend, this mug is a daily nod to your passion and purpose. Ideal for pet lovers, professionals, and everyday heroes.
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Emergency Situations: Pet First Aid for Various Species
GROOMER SAFETY Certificate Course
$75.00
This course is designed to complement The Pet Safety Crusader’s PET FIRST AID & CPCR Course and should be taken by all groomers, managers and shop owners in addition to that training. The objective is to make sure individual groomers as well as management are aware of best practices and put the pet client first!
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Pet First Aid Instructors Near You
Find a Pet First Aid & CPCR Instructor near you who has been personally trained by Denise Fleck, The Pet Safety Crusader. This individual has successfully completed Fleck’s 10-week training course but is not a franchisee or independent contractor of Sunny-dog Ink.
Pet First Aid & CPR Quick Reference
Symptoms, action steps, charts and dosing chart to help you help your dog or cat BEFORE veterinary care is available.
TESTIMONIALS
“Denise is simply the best in her field! The education and service that manifests itself through Denise & Sunny-Dog Ink is invaluable to anyone that loves and/or owns a dog!”
Tony Riccio - Glendale, CA
“I absolutely love your teaching method. Seeing your videos made learning very enjoyable, and knowing you had appeared on Animal Planet made me excited to tell everyone who my CPR (and much more) teacher was! Thank you so much for taking the time to teach all of us.”
Sierrah Cash - Pt. Hueneme, CA
“Ms. Fleck!!! I miss your class so much already…it will forever be my favorite! You made it fun to learn everything from animals I like (dogs and cats) to animals that I didn’t like as much (horses and birds). I wasn’t bored once and I actually learned to like the animals that I didn’t like before your class. Thank you so much for being such an amazing teacher!”
Connor Rodriguez - Burbank, CA
