Dog Care Fundamentals Level 3 consists of nine structured lectures, followed by an assessment, each addressing a key area of canine care knowledge and professional awareness.
The course begins with an introduction to advanced dog care, exploring the role of professional dog care specialists, legal and ethical responsibilities, and health and safety considerations when working with dogs.
Canine health and nutrition introduce advanced nutrition concepts, preventive healthcare and vaccinations, and awareness of common health issues and basic first aid considerations.
Canine behaviour and training explore canine psychology, training methods, and approaches to understanding and addressing behavioural challenges from a welfare-focused perspective.
Canine breeds and genetics examine genetic principles, breed characteristics, and responsible ownership and breeding awareness.
Advanced grooming and hygiene focus on coat types, grooming tools, hygiene practices, and awareness of skin and dental care.
Canine exercise and fitness explore breed-specific exercise needs, fitness planning, and awareness of agility and canine sports.
Canine diet and nutrition planning examine customised diet planning, special dietary needs, and assessing nutritional requirements.
Canine health management introduces awareness of health assessment, chronic conditions, medication awareness, and emergency response principles such as canine CPR, without clinical instruction.
Business and career development explore starting and managing a dog care business, client communication, customer service, and marketing strategies within the dog care industry.
The course concludes with a final assessment to evaluate understanding of dog care principles, welfare, professional responsibilities, and ethical practice.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the Dog Care Fundamentals Level 3 course, learners receive a free digital certificate from Reed confirming course completion. A provider-issued certificate is also available following verification, with optional premium certificates and academic transcripts available separately.
