I have gained a 'Pet Sitters Certificate' through the Animal Care College which covers the following areas. This is in addition to the extensive 'hands-on' experience and knowledge I have gained.
Unit 1
Basic legislation, advertising and marketing, records, banking and taxes, advertising
Unit 2
Signs of health, basic veterinary terminology, methods of restraint, first aid, caring for geriatric animals, giving medication
Unit 3
Basic anatomy and physiology (A&P) of digestive system, basic principles of nutrition, utensils and hygiene, identification of breeds, basic grooming
Unit 4
Basic A&P of reproductive system, normal parturition, hand rearing puppies and kittens, common problems with dogs and cats, signs of normal behaviours, abnormal behaviours and its correction
Unit 5
General care and management of small companion animals, health problems of small animals, infectious diseases of dogs and cats, disinfectants and disinfections
