Animal care is vitally important to any pets that you own. Animals can care for themselves, but only to a certain extent! This programme is designed to assist you in understanding and identify the basic needs of an animal.

This course will teach you a fundamental understanding of animal breeds and how to pass on problems or information at an early stage to vets or owners to provide a greater deal of care. It is ideal for pet owners, pet sitters, or individuals who wish to have an in-depth introduction into the field of animal care and management.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

• How important the breed of cat is as a selection criterion
• Define whether it is possible to train a cat
• Evaluate the dangers of improper feeding to an animal’s health
• Points you should consider when buying a horse and the ideal stable
• Purposes of the correct type of grooming brush for horses
• How to handle a bird correctly
• Identify clues and symptoms if a pet is unwell
• Suitable housing for a pet rabbit
• The correct way to handle a rabbit
• Factors to consider when choosing a rabbit
• Distinguishing characteristics of reptiles and amphibians
• How you would house, feed and generally care for reptiles & amphibians
• How to care for guinea pigs, hamsters and mice

ADVANTAGES OF THIS COURSE

• Effective care planning for yours and other’s pets.
• Implement the knowledge you learn as soon as you finish the course.
• Experienced and qualified tutors available to support you throughout your cours.
• Assessments to back up knowledge as you work your way through the course.