Dog Walking Masterclass
CPD UK Certified | ICOES International Accreditation | 30 CPD Points | Certification Available| Free Retake Exam
International Open Academy
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Overview
This in-depth course covers everything you need to know to start a successful career as a dog walker! You’ll expand your knowledge of dog training and psychology while gaining useful skills. Through this course, you will learn how to safely interact with all temperaments of dogs, from reading body language to calming anxiety. Take your love of dogs and turn it into a money-making business! Working towards an accredited course will show your customers that you’re the best person for the job.
KEY COURSE BENEFITS:
• 60-Day access – Study at your own pace
• Internationally-recognized CPD accredited course
• Start learning straightaway from any laptop or mobile device in any country
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Description
In this course, you’ll learn basic and advanced principles of dog walking, from equipment safety to breaking up dog fights. Our in-depth modules on training and psychology will keep your charges safe, and make dog walking a walk in the park! You’ll also find a full module covering the first aid that every pet professional must know. Finally, we teach you how to set up your own dog walking business, from finances to advertising. Overall, you will gain professional skills to boost your career by studying an internationally-recognized ICOES and CPD course.
How is the Dog Walking course assessed?
There is a short multiple choice exam at the end of each module for you to take and you’ll know your score immediately.
By studying Animal Care online with IOA, you do not pay an extra fee for sitting an exam or have to wait for a set date to sit an exam.
Dog Walking Course Syllabus:
Module 1: The Fundamentals of Dog Walking
- 1.1 Safety First – For Pooches and People
- 1.2 Entering and Leaving Homes Securely
- 1.3 Your Responsibilities
- 1.4Complying with the Law
Module 2: Advanced Principles of Dog Walking
- 2.1 Be Prepared
- 2.2 Reading Body Language
- 2.3 Understanding Aggression
- 2.4 The Dynamics of Dog Fights
Module 3: Training & Psychology
- 3.1 Reward Based Training
- 3.2 Recognizing Bad Habits
- 3.3 Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
- 3.4 Dealing with Fear
Module 4: First Aid
- 4.1 On the Spot Diagnosis
- 4.2 Vomiting and Diarrhea
- 4.3 Poisoning
- 4.4 Cuts, grazes, wounds and burns
- 4.5 Breaks and Fractures
- 4.6 Shock
- 4.7 When you’ll need to involve a vet
- 4.8 Your First Aid Kit
Module 5: Setting Up Your Business
- 5.1Research Time
- 5.2 Finances and Insurance
- 5.3 Regulations
- 5.4 Get Creative with Services to Drive Business
- 5.5 Advertising & Marketing
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for pet sitters, dog walkers and other professionals who want to impress their current clients and attract new ones. If you’re interested in turning your passion into a profitable career or gain a competitive edge over rival businesses through increased knowledge of animal behavior and business planning, then this is the course for you!
Requirements
This Dog Walking course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
Career path
Anyone with an interest in working with animals can benefit from this course, from established dog walkers to those who are considering animal care as a career. Understanding the training, psychology, and correct de-escalation techniques can be valuable for dog owners, as well.
Questions and answers
Is this coarse online that you log in when I have the time and log off and continue it another time?
Answer:With your Dog Walking course, we offer unlimited access to the course content so you can complete it on your own time. Every time you return to the course you can pick up where you left it.
This was helpful.How old do they have to be?
Answer:There is no age-restriction to take and complete our Dog Walking course.
This was helpful.Can you tell me how and here the course is delivered and over how many days please? Thank you.
Answer:Our Dog Walking course is fully online and since we offer unlimited access to the course content it can be completed on your own pace.
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