Animal Care

Explore animal care essentials, from welfare to pet sitting, in a flexible online course designed for animal lovers and pet professionals.

Overview:

Animals deserve care that respects their needs, habits, and wellbeing. This course introduces essential topics like species-specific welfare, basic health, nutrition, and first aid for animals, with special attention given to dogs and cats. Whether you're a long-time pet owner or simply passionate about animals, this structured course helps deepen your understanding without overwhelming you with jargon or fluff.

Covering pet sitting and feeding management too, the modules are shaped for anyone looking to gain reliable knowledge in animal care at their own pace. Learn how to recognise signs of illness, respond to minor emergencies, and ensure animals are properly nourished and cared for daily. It's a solid choice for building confidence in your knowledge — or making sure your pet is just a bit happier.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand core principles of animal care and welfare guidelines.
• Identify signs of good and poor health in animals.
• Learn key first aid responses for common pet emergencies.
• Understand nutritional needs of various animal species.
• Manage feeding routines for domestic dogs and cats.
• Gain knowledge for responsible and reliable pet sitting.

Who is this Course For:

• Pet owners wanting to care better for their animals.
• Beginners interested in learning general animal welfare.
• Volunteers working in animal shelters or rescue centres.
• Individuals looking to start pet sitting services.
• Animal lovers seeking to improve their care knowledge.
• Dog and cat owners wanting structured feeding guidance.
• Career switchers exploring roles in animal-related sectors.
• Students aiming to study animal science in future.

Career Path:

• Animal Care Assistant – £19,000 per year
• Kennel or Cattery Worker – £18,500 per year
• Veterinary Receptionist – £20,000 per year
• Pet Sitter (Freelance) – £25,000 per year
• Dog Walker – £21,000 per year
• Animal Welfare Officer – £26,000 per year