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What you’ll learn
1. Welcome
Introduction
Course outline
What you will learn
Why you need this course
Getting the most out of this course
2. History
Domestication
Use of animals as a source of power
Guardians, hunters and companions
Classification of animals
Types of common pets
3. Breeds and breeding – Part 1
Classifying dog breeds
Five of the most popular breeds of dogs
Common breeds of cats
4. Breeds and breeding – Part 2
Pocket pets
Things that creep and crawl
On the wing
Let’s talk about breeding
What is responsible breeding?
Registration
5. Animal behaviour
Instinctive versus learned behaviours
Communication
Importance of socialisation
Behavioural problems
Methods of corrective training
6. Anatomy and physiology
Cells, tissues and organs
Muscle and skeleton
Growth, development and the endocrine system
Digestive and urinary systems
Circulatory and respiratory systems
Nervous system
Reproductive system
A vital balance
Additional considerations
7. Animal diseases and treatments
Common skin problems
Intestinal problems
Heart diseases
Common dentistry problems
Vaccination schedules
8. Health and hygiene – Part 1
Bathing
Grooming
9. Health and hygiene – Part 2
Preventative health
How to clean an animal’s bed/living areas
Dealing with pests and parasites
10. The importance of exercise for small animals
Benefits of exercise
Exercise deprivation
Animal obesity
Types of exercise
Establishing a workout regime
Exercise safety
11. Nutrition – Part 1
Choosing the right food
Determining food ingredients/feed labels
Determining the correct amount/feeding schedules
12. Nutrition – Part 2
Dietary supplements
Treats
13. Small animal first aid
How to recognise an animal emergency
Dealing with an injured animal
Administering medication
Building an animal first-aid kit
Treating non-life threatening injuries
14. Safety
Correct handling methods
Typical restraints
Vehicle safety
Micro-chips and other ID methods
Pet proofing
Emergency ID cards
15. Pets
How to choose the correct pet
Lifestyle questions
How to choose a child’s pet
Therapeutic value
Living with a new pet
16. Animal welfare
The Animal Rights Movement
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Animal rescue organisations
Staying informed on changing welfare policies
Who needs to be licensed or registered?
What you can do
17. Animal care careers
Know yourself
Exploring careers
Veterinary care
Veterinary care jobs
Customer service
Creative expression
Entrepreneurship
Getting ready to work
Starting your own business
Applying for a job
Going for an interview
Starting work
18. Reception
Customer service is the name of the game
Dealing with a distraught/angry client
Where and how to market animal businesses
Efficiency handling files and paperwork
Staying professional under stress
How to dress
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