The Animal Care College courses

...The Anatomy and Physiology of Cats and Dogs Accredited by Open College Network: This course is designed for all those who would like to learn more about...

...Dog Grooming (Theory) (Accredited by Open College Network Ref 99874 36 Credits at Level 3) This course is designed for those involved in practical grooming training...

...learning and classifications Unit 4 Dog-dog aggression and dog-human aggression. Treatment, Conditioning alternative behaviours and alternative emotional...

...neutering and diet. Unit 4 Taking the class: organising classes, discussions with owners, coping with behaviour problems, ways to keep owners coming...

...Students wishing to take this course should have several years dog handling experience and have taken Part 1 or an equivalent level of study Unit 1 Problem Prevention...

...in relation to conformation, speed and balance Unit 3 Analysis of type Unit 4 Comparative Analysis Unit 5 Quality Unit 6 Decision making Begins...

...The Dog Breeding Diploma (Open College Network Accreditation from 2009) At one time, it was possible to pick up the basics of breeding pedigree dogs...

...Diploma of Kennel and Cattery Management (Open College Network Accreditation - This course has been designed for persons wishing to own or manage a Boarding Kennels/Cattery...

...Aggression or Behaviour Modification for Professionals...

...required by anyone working professionally within the animal care sector. The new Animal Welfare Bill, with its emphasis on the 'duty of care' will create...

...to old age including their growth and development. It also discusses the expressive language used by dogs and cats, grooming needs and essential equipment...

...from birth to old age. Also considered are feeding the pregnant and lactating bitch and queen, the special needs of the veteran dog or cat, feeding...

...flower remedies, osteopathy and chiropractice. Section 2 considers the common ailments of dogs and cats and their treatment as well as first aid and emergencies...

...The different ways of restraining an animal are also discussed. Section 2 covers the regulations involved in transporting animals and the comfort and safety...

...The importance of soundness and fitness is examined and explained, as is the importance of a suitable environment and socialisation . Section 2 provides...

...animals in confined environments for relatively long periods of time and the problems they pose for those responsible for their rehabilitation...

...the signs of good health with signs of possible problems, to recognise pain signals and administer medication. The course also covers the essential actions...

...care may suffer injury or illness. In addition to coping with minor injuries, the student will learn to compare the signs of good health with signs of possible problems...

...investigates the constituents and merits of the various feeding regimes, labelling and packaging. Section 2 investigates the nutritional requirements...

...the realities of dominance and why some behaviours develop which are unacceptable to owners. It also considers the effects of diet and health on behaviour...