Dog Walker Training Course
Online dog walker training covering handling, safety and care routines with CPD certification.
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Course Overview
The Dog Walker Training Course is a practical and engaging programme designed to help you turn your love for dogs into a rewarding profession. This course covers everything from safe dog handling and animal care to nutrition and professional responsibilities, giving you the confidence to work independently or start your own business. Whether you’re aiming for a flexible side income or a full-time career, this course prepares you to become a trusted, professional dog walker in today’s growing pet care industry.
Real-World Benefits
This course equips you with practical skills to safely handle dogs, meet their nutritional and care needs, manage multiple pets responsibly, and confidently offer professional services to clients. It also provides the knowledge needed to start and grow your own dog walking business, helping you earn a reliable income while working flexibly with animals you love.
Description
The Dog Walker Training Course provides a complete foundation in professional dog walking and pet sitting. You’ll begin with an introduction to pet sitting and dog walking, followed by a clear understanding of services, responsibilities, and safety practices. The course explores food and nutrition, essential animal care principles, and finishes with guidance on building and managing a successful dog walking and pet sitting business. Each module is designed to reflect real-life scenarios and professional standards.
Learning Outcomes of this course:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a professional dog walker
- Apply safety-first practices when handling dogs
- Gain knowledge of dog nutrition and feeding basics
- Deliver high-quality animal care and welfare
- Manage pet sitting and walking services professionally
- Set up and run a successful dog walking business
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for:
- Aspiring dog walkers and pet sitters
- Animal lovers looking for a flexible career
- Individuals wanting to start a pet care business
- Part-time workers seeking additional income
- Career changers entering the animal care sector
Requirements
No formal entry requirements! No prerequisites or relevant experience required!
This course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn. All you require is –
- No formal qualifications required
- A genuine interest in dogs and animal welfare
- Basic communication skills
- Internet access for online learning
- Industry-relevant practical curriculum
- Flexible online learning to suit busy schedules
- Beginner-friendly and career-focused training
- Supports self-employment and business success
- Excellent value with skills you can use immediately
Career Path
Upon completing the Dog Walker Training Course, you’ll have a wide range of career opportunities open to you. Here are some potential career paths
- Dog Walker – £20,000 to £30,000 per year (self-employed potential higher)
- Professional Pet Sitter – £22,000 to £35,000 per year
- Pet Care Business Owner – £30,000 to £50,000+ per year
- Animal Care Assistant – £18,000 to £25,000 per year
Course Curriculum
| 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- Dog Walker Training Course | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam- Dog Walker Training Course | 00:20:00 | ||
Certificate of Achievement
Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:
Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99
This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.
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- Original price was: £424.00.£29.99Current price is: £29.99.
- 1 year
- Intermediate
- Number of Units20
- Number of Quizzes2
- 12 hours, 35 minutes Gift this course
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