PET FIRST AID from the American Red Cross is an engaging medical reference app focusing on pet care.
This easy-to-use app provides veterinary advice for everyday emergencies common with dogs and cats.
Users can easily toggle between dog and cat information. Sections include the topics, learn, prepare, emergency, quizzes, and pets. Both emergency tools such as calling a vet, hospital locator, and early warning signs, along with emergency first aid are available. The short focused chunks of information are easy to understand.
Librarians will enjoy using this tool as an example of an app-based quick reference. Involve youth in comparing the use of reference books to apps. Discuss the pros and cons of app-based reference tools. Use it for informational reading activities. Put it in a display featuring books about pet care.
To download the app, go to https://itunes.apple.com/…/pet-first-aid-by-ame…/id780415389.
