The International Authority in Veterinary CPR Education

Reassessment Campaign on Veterinary 
Resuscitation (RECOVER)

The Reassessment Campaign on Veterinary Resuscitation (RECOVER) Initiative is the global leader in evidence-based veterinary CPR education, training, and guidelines. First launched in 2010, RECOVER’s guidelines were developed by over 100 veterinary specialists and updated in 2024.

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Our Mission

Empowering people to provide lifesaving care to animals through education, science, and community.

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Our Vision

To create a connected worldwide community in which all animal caregivers are competent and confident in providing optimal lifesaving care to animals.

Our Focus

The RECOVER Initiative has Three Main Goals

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Education

Providing courses and certifications for veterinary professionals, pet professionals, and pet owners to empower them to effectively perform CPR on cats and dogs.

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Guidelines

Developing evidence-based guidelines for veterinary CPR.

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Research

Addressing the knowledge gaps in veterinary CPR.

Learn More About RECOVER

The RECOVER Initiative is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing evidence-based veterinary CPR through research, guidelines, and education.

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