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About the course

Love animals and looking for your ideal job? Combine the two by finding a top career working with pets. This course is packed with practical advice on how to find jobs in this field and write awesome job applications. It also details specifics on animal behavior and how to launch your own pet care service such as pet sitting or professional dog walking.

With the A-Z animal job directory list, you can learn about 60 career choices such as animal behaviorist, veterinarian, pet adoption counsellor, horse identifier, or wildlife rehabilitator. There's also business ideas for animal lovers such as becoming a dog walker, pet sitter, animal photographer, or pet writer. We’ll help you take your great idea and turn it into a successful pet business.

This course shows you how to get the relevant work experience that'll grab the attention of would-be employers or clients. We’ll guide you through creating an inspirational portfolio, writing a knockout CV, and what to write to make your application letter awesome.

Our certificate course shows you how to get your clients, create campaigns to get your business noticed, set out your business plan, and launch your successful venture. Start studying our course online now so that you can turn your dream of working with animals into a reality.

Requirements

Holly and Hugo courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.

Lessons

Course Breakdown

Module 1: Brainstorming And Research

1.1 Why Work with Animals?
1.2 Pros and Cons
1.3 Decide on Your Strengths
1.4 Reality Check
1.5 Where to Find Jobs
1.6 Researching the Job
1.7 Comparative Salaries

Module 2: Gaining Experience

2.1 Personal Experience
2.2 Unpaid Experience
2.3 Broadening Your Education
2.4 Volunteering Abroad
2.5 Internships

Module 3: Portfolios, Cv, And Application

3.1 Introduction
3.2 An Inspirational Portfolio
3.3 Writing a Killer CV
3.4 Creating an Awesome Application Letter

Module 4: Applying To Vet School

4.1 The Path to Vet School
4.2 Planning your Finance
4.3 Interviews and Experience
4.4 Veterinary Careers and Specializations

Module 5: Health-related Careers

5.1 Animal-assisted Therapist
5.2 Animal Behaviorist
5.3 Animal Chiropractor
5.4 Animal Geneticist
5.5 Animal Health Inspector
5.6 Artificial Insemination Officer
5.7 Nutritionist
5.8 Physiotherapist
5.9 Practice manager
5.10 Receptionist
5.11 Vet Tech (US) Vet Nurse (UK)
5.12 Vet Tech specializations
5.13 VSA

Module 6: Pet-related Careers

6.1 Animal Control Officer
6.2 Animal Cruelty Officer (ASPCA, RSPCA)
6.3 Animal Photographer
6.4 Detection Dog Handler
6.5 Dog Breeder
6.6 Dog Trainer
6.7 Doggy Daycare Owner
6.8 Dog Walker
6.9 Drug Company Rep
6.10 Groomer
6.11 Kennel Attendant/Manager
6.12 Pet Adoption Counsellor
6.13 Pet Food Salesperson
6.14 Pet Sitter
6.15 Pet Writer
6.16 Police Dog Handler
6.17 Service Dog Trainer

Module 7: Animal-related Careers

7.1 Animal Behaviorist
7.2 Aqua Culturist
7.3 Dairy Herdsmen
7.4 Ecologist
7.5 Equine Dentist
7.6 Exercise Rider
7.7 Farrier
7.8 Foaling Attendant
7.9 Fish and Game Warden
7.10 Groom
7.11 Herpetologist
7.12 Horse Identifier
7.13 Horse Pedigree Analyst
7.14 Jockey
7.15 Marine Biologist
7.16 Marine Mammal Trainer
7.17 Mounted Police Officer
7.18 Primatologist
7.19 Racing Steward, Starter, Outrider, Licensing Clerk
7.20 Ranch Manager
7.21 Reptile Breeder
7.22 Wildlife Biologist or Zoologist
7.23 Wildlife Rehabilitator
7.24 Zoo Keeper, Habitat Designer, Educator

Module 8: What Is Normal Behavior For A Dog?

8.1 Socialization
8.2 Dogs and learning
8.3 Juniors and seniors
8.4 Habits – digging, chewing, and more!

Module 9: If Dogs Could Talk

9.1 Body language
9.2 Stances
9.3 Body language reference table
9.4 Smells and sniffing
9.5 Urine and feces
9.6 Vocal language

Module 10: A Dog's Eye View

10.1 Fear
10.2 Anxiety
10.3 Aggression
10.4 Scent marking
10.5 Elimination
10.6 Issues at feeding time

Module 11: Normal Cat Behavior

11.1 How cats’ behaviour develops as they grow
11.2 Feeding time rules
11.3 Sleeping and biological rhythms
11.4 Sexual behavior
11.5 Maternal instincts
11.6 Aggression

Module 12: When Cat Behavior Is Abnormal

12.1 Peculiarities of certain breeds
12.2 When play is not play
12.3 Moody & sensitive times
12.4 Differentiating instinct from conditioning
12.5 Differentiating between behavioral and health issues

Module 13: Cats Heightened Senses And Communication

13.1 Reading body language
13.2 Sense of smell
13.3 Sense of hearing
13.4 Distinctive cat sounds
13.5 What’s she trying to tell me?

Module 14: Cat Care And Health

14.1 Understanding aggression and how to deal with it
14.2 Scratching
14.3 House training
14.4 Excessive vocalization
14.5 Discipline
14.6 Preventative health care
14.7 Responsible ownership
14.8 Effects of ageing

Module 15: Specific Information On Rabbits & Guinea Pigs

15.1 Different breeds
15.2 Common problems and diseases
15.3 Providing an adequate living environment
15.4 Exercise
15.5 Usual care needed

Module 16: Specific Information On Hamsters, Gerbils, Mice & Exotic Rats

16.1 Different breeds
16.2 Understanding behavior
16.3 Common problems and diseases
16.4 Providing an adequate living environment
16.5 Usual care needed

Module 17: Specific Information On Birds

17.1 General tips on caring for birds
17.2 Small birds
17.3 Larger birds & birds of prey
17.4 Poultry
17.5 The parrot family
17.6 Recognizing common diseases and preventing spread

Module 18: Specific Information On Fish

18.1 How to care for fish
18.2 Tropical fish
18.3 Cold water fish
18.4 Marine fish
18.5 Recognizing disease and what to do

Module 19: Specific Information On Reptiles

19.1 Challenges of keeping reptiles as pets
19.2 How to care for reptiles
19.3 Turtles, terrapins & tortoises
19.4 Snakes & lizards
19.5 Recognizing disease and what to do

Module 20: Training Puppies

20.1 Training with treats so puppy falls in love with you
20.2 Provide a safe den for your pup through crate training
20.3 Have a safe, obedient dog which responds to basic commands
20.4 Trim nails, clean ears and handle paws without nips
20.5 The 3 stages of house training to stop ‘accidents’
20.6 Teach your pup how to greet other animals and humans
20.7 Nipping problem behaviors before they escalate
20.8 Fun and games for everyone with tricks and treats

Module 21: Training Of Adult Dogs

21.1 Breaking bad habits by knowing what to ignore and what to reward
21.2 Teaching good behavior with kindness (and doggie treats!)
21.3 Learn your dog’s habits to prioritize what work needs to be done
21.4 Be consistent with commands to avoid confusing your pet
21.5 Stop anti-social behavior so your dog is fun to be around
21.6 Confidence-building tips for a happy dog
21.7 Teaching an old dog, new tricks

Module 22: Cat Training

22.1 Teach your cat to respond to the sound of a clicker
22.2 Getting cats to use their litter box
22.3 Stop scratching or clawing and save on repair bills
22.4 Distraction techniques to stop cats jumping on furniture
22.5 Purr-fect methods to having a sociable cat and not a sour-puss

Module 23: Bird Training

23.1 Show birds how to respond to clicker training
23.2 Golden rules in teaching birds to speak
23.3 Learning to socialize without ruffling feathers
23.4 Safe handling so you don’t frighten your bird (or get pecked)

Module 24: Fundamentals Of Dog Walking And Pet Sitting

24.1 Keeping you and all pets safe
24.2 How to handle an attacking dog
24.3 Knowing when you’ll need to involve a vet
24.4 Entering and leaving pets homes securely and safely
24.5 Know your responsibilities as a pet carer

Module 25: Out And About – professional Dog Walking

25.1 Be prepared - what to be on the lookout for
25.2 Reading dogs’ body language and responding correctly
25.3 Understanding and reacting to aggression
25.4 The dynamics of dog fights and how to avoid/intervene
25.5 Complying with the law

Module 26: Disease, Health And Hygiene

26.1 How to keep pets bedding and general environment clean and hygienic
26.2 Control of disease and infection
26.3 Keeping yourself safe from infection
26.4 Know the signs of infections and diseases which animals can pass to humans
26.5 Find the safe way to administer medication safely

Module 27: Being Professional With Clients

27.1 Get off to a good start - you only have one chance to make a great impression
27.2 Preparing your checklist for meeting new clients
27.3 Microchipping and other forms of ID
27.4 Arranging entry/security details
27.5 Be forewarned on what clients are likely to ask
27.6 What to put in your contract’s Terms & Conditions
27.7 Work out your fees and exactly what is included

Module 28: Handling And Getting Around With Your Pets

28.1 Knowing which handling equipment and restraints you’ll need
28.2 Safe way to approaching a nervous animal
28.3 Learn the warning signs of unpredictable behavior
28.4 Learn the techniques to handle cats and dogs correctly so they are content
28.5 Find out the best ways to handle exotic pets without stressing them
28.6 Keeping animals safe and secure in your car

Module 29: Specific Information On Dogs And Cats

29.1 One size doesn’t fit all - know the correct levels of exercise for each individual animal
29.2 Study nutrition to know what to dish out at mealtimes
29.3 Understanding behavior and retraining when needed
29.4 Caring for elderly pets and changes to watch out for
29.5 Physical care and grooming needs of your clients’ pets
29.6 Ways to show affection to keep animals calm and happy
29.7 Recognizing signs of common diseases and the course of action

Module 30: First Aid

30.1 On the spot diagnosis and what to do next
30.2 Learning when vomiting and diarrhea need urgent attention and when not
30.3 What items are poisonous for pets and what to do if he swallows them
30.4 Dressing and nursing cuts, grazes, wounds and burns
30.5 Coping with breaks and fractures
30.6 Taking action when an animal goes into shock
30.7 Saving animals’ lives with CPR
30.8 What you need in your first-aid kit

Module 31: How Pet Sitting Can Get You Up And Running In Business

31.1 How to set up a successful pet business
31.2 Ways of arranging finance & insurance
31.3 Regulations that you need to bear in mind
31.4 Being creative with services to make you stand out from the crowd
31.5 Effective and cost-effective advertising & marketing

Module 32: Domestication - How Pets Came In From The Cold

32.1 How animals first learnt to live with humans
32.2 Characteristics and traits of different pets
32.3 How we transfer our human emotions and expectations to pets
32.4 Making sure you pick the right pet for you and your lifestyle

Module 33: Normal Dog Behavior - When Your Pet Is Being True To His Nature

33.1 Socialization and introducing your pet to other family members
33.2 How older dogs change and how you can change with them
33.3 Understanding puppy behavior
33.4 Why animals like licking, digging or jumping and what to do about it

Module 34: If Dogs Could Talk

34.1 How dogs use their body to communicate
34.2 Understanding how they greet humans and other dogs
34.3 How a dog uses his nose to get to know you
34.4 The hidden language in dogs’ urines and feces, and why they mark their territory
34.5 Translating vocal language

Module 35: Calm The Pack – Fear, Aggression And Anxiety

35.1 Different reasons why animals become aggressive and how to cope
35.2 Ways of stopping animals suffering from anxiety separation
35.3 Learn the signs your animal is scared and ways to calm them

Module 36: How Well Do You Know Me? The Colorful World Of Dogs’ Antics Explained

36.1 Why do dogs love rolling over and rolling in poo!
36.2 How dogs really feel about your stroking and patting,
36.3 Importance of tummy tickles and ear scratching
36.4 The instinct behind circling and chasing their tail
36.5 Why a dog puts its tail between its legs
36.6 Playful antics of muzzle grabbing
36.7 Should you worry if your pet is eating grass

Module 37: Lose Your Mind To Understand Your Dog’s

37.1 What to do when a animal is marking in inappropriate places
37.2 Dealing with urination due to excitement and submission
37.3 Unusual levels of barking - what it means and what to do
37.4 The kind ways to stop pets soiling your home

Module 38: What Is Normal Behavior For A Cat?

38.1 Eating rituals - how and why they differ from dogs
38.2 Important early lessons for kittens
38.3 Understanding how and adapting to changes in older cats
38.4 Why are cats so knead-y?
38.5 Why do cats bury feces?

Module 39: A Cat’s The Only Cat Who Knows Where It’s At

39.1 Kitties and litter trays
39.2 Some of the top reasons cats do not use a litter tray
39.3 Understanding cat body language

Module 40: When You’ve Had It With Your Cat – Psychiatric Challenges

40.1 The ins and outs of litter trays - what works and doesn’t
40.2 Why they soil where you don’t want them to
40.3 How to deal with challenges
40.4 What to do if they are jumping up
40.5 Do cats grieve and how to comfort them

Module 41: Cat On A Griddle

41.1 Likely reasons for aggression and how to recognize different kinds
41.2 Tips on desensitizing cats so they keep calm in fearful situations
41.3 Techniques to stop the distressing signs of separation anxiety
41.4 Dealing with the impact of environmental stress

Module 42: Understanding Rabbits

42.1 Reading and reacting to body language
42.2 What are those rabbit noises telling you
42.3 Normal behavior and what signals a problem
42.4 Reading different gestures and actions
42.5 What to do when a rabbit marks his territory

Module 43: Preparation – Before You Start Your Business

43.1 Self-assessment. Are you an entrepreneur?
43.2 Market Research and competition analysis
43.3 Developing, assessing and testing your idea
43.4 Funding – how to finance your business idea
43.5 Availing of help

Module 44: Introduction To Marketing

44.1 Income sources and pricing
44.2 Marketing, advertising, promotion
44.3 Building your marketing and sales strategy
44.4 Make full use of technology

Module 45: Setting Up Your Business

45.1 Your business structure
45.2 Business name, brands and
intellectual property
45.3 Legislation/regulation/permissions
45.4 Registering the business

Module 46: Running Your Business

46.1 Budgets and cash flow
46.2 Accounting, record keeping and taxes
46.3 Business bank account and online banking
46.4 Arranging finance
46.5 Insurance
46.6 Premises
46.7 Home based business
46.8 Staff, motivation and training
46.9 Suppliers

Module 47: Business Plan

47.1 What is a business plan and why do you need one?
47.2 Sections in the business plan
47.3 Access help to write your plan

Module 48: Launching Your Business

48.1 Planning a successful business launch
48.2 Time management and delegation
48.3 Personal development
48.4 Building Your Business Network

Career

Who is this course for

Anyone who wants to work with animals, but is unsure of which career is for them, how to get work experience, what qualifications are needed, and what salaries they can earn.
Those looking to get the edge over the competition by thoroughly understanding how to run a pet business before they start. Studying an accredited course will give professionals a competitive advantage over their rivals.
Surrogate carers, animal trainers, pet sitters and anyone who works or volunteers with animals and wants to learn better techniques for controlling and looking after them.

Certification

You will be required to complete each lesson in full, and answer exams at the end of each course module. If your pass rate exceeds 55% on each exam then you are eligible to access a certificate of achievement or other accreditation options to recognize your achievement.

Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Education (CE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CE/CPD points are accepted and recognized by professional member bodies and academic institutions across the US and internationally.

All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org). When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution.

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