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Dog Walking: Professional Dog Walker Techniques
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Summary

Price
£49 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
29 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
100 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Certificate of Completion (PDF) - Free
  • Transcript (PDF) - £2.99
  • Transcript (Hard Copy) - £7.99
  • Certificate of Completion (Hard Copy) - £9.99
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Overview

The course on "Dog Walking: Professional Dog Walker Techniques" offers a complete reference in becoming a qualified Dog Walker. It delves into important elements like Dog husbandry, advanced Walker Techniques, and even the fundamentals of Dog Nutrition meant to keep the canine friends you walk jovial and strong.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Attain expertise in pet sitting and dog walking through a comprehensive diploma.
  • Develop essential skills for providing top-notch pet care services.
  • Understand your responsibilities as a professional dog walker.
  • Learn about safety protocols, nutrition, and the impact of temperature on pets.
  • Acquire knowledge of emergency care and ailment symptoms.
  • Master the art of starting your own pet sitting and dog walking business.

Certificates

CPD

100 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Resources

  • Animal Care - download
  • Animal Care 10 Exciting Careers - download
  • Pet Care and Safety Tips - download
  • Rights and obligations of pet owners - download
  • These are 9 strange but true animal laws all pet owners should be aware of - download

Description

Dog Walking: Professional Dog Walker Techniques course is tailored for you to learn the skills and knowledge that allow you to become successful as a Dog Walker. Advanced Walker Techniques will be taught, including how to manage many dogs at once, different breeds’ management during walks as well as ensuring their safety on these walks. It also includes essential Dog care practices like Dog Nutrition basics and finding top quality Dog Food that keeps your walking clients’ dogs healthy all through. By knowing the relationship between nutrition and the state of health of a dog, it becomes possible to take better care. There is a blend of walking words associated with practicalities together with the fundamental principles in Dog care plus Dog Nutrition.

Elevate your understanding of pet behaviour, safety precautions, and emergency protocols to provide a reliable and trustworthy pet care service. Whether you dream of launching your own pet sitting business or want to enhance your existing pet care skills, this course is your stepping stone to success.

****Course Curriculum****

**Pet Sitting and Dog Walking **

  • Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Diploma
  • Service
  • Responsibilities
  • Safety and Food
  • Pet in High Temperature
  • Nutrients and Quality Food
  • Fish Rabbits Guinea Pigs, Reptiles, Lizards and Turtles
  • Care for Birds
  • Ailments, Symptoms and Emergency Care
  • Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Business

**Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Business: Marketing Strategies**

  • Introduction to Pet Sitting
  • The Importance of Safety
  • Pre-Service Visit
  • Forms and Record Keeping
  • Pet Sitting Duties & Time Allocation
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Pricing & Costs

And Much More.....

**Dog Walking Business Training**

  • Introduction
  • Overview
  • Clients
  • Your First Walks and the Future

And Much More.....

** Dog grooming**

  • The History of Dog Grooming
  • Why Do We Groom?
  • Anatomy
  • Breed Groups and Coat Types
  • Equipment and Techniques
  • Pre-grooming and General Care
  • Preparation
  • Skin Conditions Part 1
  • Skin Conditions Part 2
  • Bathing and Drying: General Considerations
  • Grooming Details (Clipping, Scissors, Ears, Teeth, Feet, Bottoms)
  • Basic First Aid Part 1
  • Basic First Aid Part 2

And Much More.....

**Dog First Aid Basics**

  • Basic First Aid Part 1
  • Basic First Aid Part 2

** Dog Behavioural Development**

Module 01: Introduction to Canine Behaviour

  • Introduction
  • History to Canine Development
  • Current Status of Canids
  • Animal Behaviour in the Veterinary Practice
  • Introduction to Evaluating Behaviour Problems
  • Introduction to Behaviour Therapy

Module 02: Canine Communication Behaviour

  • Introduction
  • Vocal Communication
  • Postural Communication
  • Communication by Scents

Module 03: Development of Behaviour

  • Introduction
  • What Are Developmental Periods
  • Sensitive Periods in Developments
  • Early Experience and Its Influence on Behaviour
  • Prediction of Behaviour

**Dog Training: Dog Agility**

  • Introduction
  • What to Know Before Starting?
  • Basic Physical Training
  • Obstacle Training 1 (Contact Obstacle)
  • Obstacle Training 2 (Tunnels and Jumps)
  • Flatwork and Course Design
  • Agility and Health
  • About Competitions

Assessment

After completing all the modules of the course, your learning will be assessed by an automated multiple-choice question exam. You can participate in the Mock Exam prior to commencing the course completion Final Exam.

Certificate Options:

  • Digital (PDF) Certificate: FREE
  • Printed Certificate (Delivered by Post): £9.99 (FREE POSTAGE)
  • PDF and Hardcopy Certificate Bundle: £9.99 (Discounted Price)

Transcript Options:

  • PDF Transcript: £2.99
  • Hardcopy Transcript: £7.99
  • PDF and Hardcopy Transcript Bundle: £9.99

Who is this course for?

The right course for aspiring and current Dog Walkers looking to grow their skills is this one. Also, it is an excellent course for pet care experts and dog owners who want to learn about proper Walker Techniques and all-encompassing Dog care. Regardless of whether you are new at it or want to better your skills, this dog walking program teaches about Dog Feeding and Nutrition, good Dog Food, and professional ways of walking dogs. Become a competent Dog Walker by enrolling in our program that ensures your dogs are always healthy, safe, and happy during their walks.

  • Aspiring pet sitters and dog walkers eager to turn their passion into a profession.
  • Dog lovers interested in pursuing a rewarding career in the pet care industry.
  • Pet owners seeking to expand their knowledge of pet care and safety.
  • Individuals looking to start their own pet-sitting and dog walking business.

Requirements

Our Dog Walking: Professional Dog Walker Techniques Course does not require any pre-knowledge to pursue the course. And it is compatible with any kind of device. You will get the same experience in learning whether you are using Windows, Mac, a smartphone, or a tablet. You can access the course materials with any kind of connection, from anywhere, without any limitation!

Career path

  • Dog Walker: £18,000 – £25,000 per year

  • Pet Sitter: £17,000 – £24,000 per year

  • Pet Care Business Owner: £25,000 – £40,000+ per year

  • Animal Welfare Coordinator: £20,000 – £30,000 per year

  • Kennel or Cattery Manager: £22,000 – £32,000 per year

  • Pet Care Consultant: £20,000 – £35,000 per year

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