Dog Walker Training Course
Overview
The perfect way to turn your love for dogs into a proactive career with the Dog Walker Training Course.
In this course you will learn; the principles of dog walking, along with basic dog psychology for approaching dogs, along with information on how to run your dog walking business.
The Dog Walker training course covers; scientific and practical information to help you improve your understanding of dogs and how to walk them, while creating a successful business at the same time.
Highlights of The Dog Walker Training Course
- Learn the service responsibilities of a dog walker
- Learn safety procedures for dog handling
- Develop knowledge in food and nutrition to help with dog meal planning
- Understand the nuances of dog care
- Learn how to manage a dog walking business operationally
- Learn how to market your dog walking business
- Discover ways to cost up your dog walking business
- Learn about pet ailments and symptoms.
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
- Video lessons
- Online study materials
- Mock exams
- Multiple-choice assessment
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 professional qualification 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.
The Dog Walker Training 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
| 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 | ||
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