Animal Care and Pet Sitting
Overview
The Animal Training and Pet Sitting course will enable you to join your love of animals with lucrative business opportunities in an ever-growing sector in the UK. Written by animal experts, this program will teach you how to hone your skills beyond just dog-walking and providing fellow pet-lovers with much-needed services
This accredited pet-sitting training program will provide you with the necessary basic information for training and taking care of dogs and cats. It then goes on to encompass caring for birds, small animals, fish, and exotic pets. In each case, you’ll be giving guidance on how to feed them and ensure that their health remains good whilst under your supervision.
Once you have completed this certified course, you will have the ability to run a professional service for pet-sitting and establish good working relationships with the appreciative pet-owners.
Course design
The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.
You are taught through a combination of
- Text/Video lessons
- Online study materials
How is the course assessed?
To successfully complete the course you must pass an automated, multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is delivered through our online learning platform. You will receive the results of your assessment immediately upon completion.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Upon successful completion, you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised certificate and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £9 and Hardcopy Certificate for £15.
Why study this course
Whether you’re an existing practitioner or aspiring professional, this course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge.
Who is This course for?
This Animal Care and Pet Sitting course is suitable for anyone interested in working in this sector or who simply wants to learn more about the topic. If you’re an individual looking to excel within this field then Animal Care and Pet Sitting course is for you.
Requirements
The Animal Care and Pet Sitting course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.
Course Curriculum
| **Animal Care ** | |||
| Introduction | |||
| AP Promo Video | 00:01:00 | ||
| About the Course | 00:03:00 | ||
| Introduction to Animal Psychology | 00:05:00 | ||
| The Evolution of Pets | 00:07:00 | ||
| Exercise Lesson 1 | 00:03:00 | ||
| Psychology of Dog Behaviour | |||
| Dealing with Dogs | 00:07:00 | ||
| Behaviour in Dogs | 00:08:00 | ||
| Psychology of Dogs | 00:07:00 | ||
| Aggression in Dogs | 00:10:00 | ||
| Exercise Lesson 2 | 00:03:00 | ||
| Psychology of Cat Behaviour | |||
| Dealing with Cats | 00:06:00 | ||
| Behaviour in Cats | 00:07:00 | ||
| Aggression and Cats | 00:07:00 | ||
| Psychology of Cats | 00:06:00 | ||
| Exercise Lesson 3 | 00:03:00 | ||
| Psychology of Rabbit Behaviour | |||
| About Rabbits | 00:06:00 | ||
| Behaviour of Rabbits | 00:06:00 | ||
| Exercise Lesson 4 | 00:02:00 | ||
| Final Test Preparation | 00:02:00 | ||
| Thank you and Good bye | 00:04:00 | ||
| **Pet Sitting** | |||
| Introduction to Pet Sitting and Dog Walking | |||
| Introduction to Pet Sitting | 00:30:00 | ||
| The Importance of Safety | 00:30:00 | ||
| Dog Walking | 00:45:00 | ||
| Service and Responsibilities | |||
| Pre-Service Visit | 00:30:00 | ||
| Forms and Record Keeping | 00:30:00 | ||
| Pet Sitting Duties & Time Allocation | 00:20:00 | ||
| Importance of Safety | |||
| The Importance of Securing Animals During Transport | 00:30:00 | ||
| What kind of food will you choose for your pets? | 00:15:00 | ||
| Preventing your pet from high temperature in warm hot months | 00:20:00 | ||
| Food and Nutrition | |||
| Nutrients to Supply Pets with Food Made at Homes | 01:00:00 | ||
| Tips to Make Excellent Quality Food | 00:30:00 | ||
| Classification of Fish | 01:00:00 | ||
| The Process of Caring for Rabbits and Guinea Pigs | 00:30:00 | ||
| REPTILES, LIZARDS AND TURTLES | 00:30:00 | ||
| Animal Care | |||
| Birds Care | 00:30:00 | ||
| Understanding Pets Ailments and Symptoms | 00:45:00 | ||
| Emergency Care | 01:00:00 | ||
| Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Business | |||
| Setting up your Pet Sitting and Dog Walking business | 00:45:00 | ||
| Marketing Strategies | 00:30:00 | ||
| Pricing & Costs | 00:45:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – Animal Care and Pet Sitting | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
Certificate of Achievement
CPD Accredited Certification
Certification is available –
- In PDF for £2.99
- Hard copy for £8.99
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