Course Overview
Pet Care is fundamental to ensuring the health, happiness, and wellbeing of the animals we share our lives with. This CPD-accredited course is designed to give you the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to provide attentive, informed, and compassionate Pet Care. Whether you’re starting out or looking to enhance your expertise, mastering Pet Care means you’ll be equipped to meet the everyday needs of pets with confidence and professionalism.
This course offers you trusted, practical guidance in Pet Care, empowering you to nurture healthier, happier pets and build your expertise in this rewarding field.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the core principles of Pet Care, including nutrition, hygiene, and exercise.
- Learn to recognise signs of common health issues and when to seek veterinary advice.
- Gain practical skills for safe handling and grooming to support animal wellbeing.
- Develop knowledge of species-specific needs to tailor your Pet Care approach effectively.
- Acquire techniques to create a stimulating and comfortable environment for pets.
- Build confidence in monitoring behaviour to ensure pets remain happy and stress-free.
- Apply best practices in Pet Care to promote long-term health and positive relationships.
Extra Included:
- Free Accredited Course Certificate.
- Free Course Included > Animal Nutrition
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Assesment
After completing all the modules of the course, your learning will be assessed by an automated multiple choice question exam. You can participate in the Mock Exam prior to commence the course completion Final Exam.
Who is this for?
The Pet Care is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards, making it ideal for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. The course is available for all students regardless of any academic background. No experience or qualification is required.​
Why Should You Choose this Course
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At The Animal Care, we’re committed to helping you become more confident, capable, and informed—whether you’re a pet owner or aspiring to work with animals professionally. Our courses are crafted by experts and cover everything from pet behaviour and nutrition to grooming and first aid.
What sets us apart? You’ll receive CPD-accredited certification at no extra cost, along with lifetime access to all your learning materials. This means you can study at your own pace, revisit content anytime, and gain recognised credentials without added fees.
Thousands of learners trust The Animal Care for reliable, up-to-date, and easy-to-follow training that fits into real life. Whether you’re caring for your own dog or cat, or preparing to start a career in animal care, we provide the knowledge and confidence you need to do it well.
Requirements
No previous experience is required to enrol in this course. You can access the course from any kind of e-device anytime, anywhere.
Career Path
- Pet Sitter
Provide in-home care for pets including feeding, exercise, companionship, medication, and monitoring while owners are away.
Salary : £22,000 – £28,000/year (or £10–£20+/hour; £30–£60+ per night for overnight stays; self-employed potential higher) - Dog Walker
Offer daily or group walks focusing on exercise, safety, behaviour management, and enrichment for dogs in local areas.
Salary : £24,000 – £30,000/year (often £10–£20 per walk/hour; scales with multiple dogs/clients) - Kennel or Cattery Assistant
Care for boarded animals in kennels/catteries through feeding, cleaning, exercising, grooming basics, and maintaining hygienic environments.
Salary : £19,000 – £24,000/year (part-time roles common; £12+ per hour) - Pet Daycare Assistant
Supervise group play sessions, monitor behaviour, provide feeding/rest periods, and ensure safety in a daycare setting.
Salary : £20,000 – £28,000/year (higher for supervisors or owners) - Animal Care Assistant (Rescue/Shelter)
Support daily welfare in rescue centres through feeding, cleaning, socialisation, health checks, and helping with rehoming.
Salary : £18,000 – £25,000/year (often includes benefits; volunteer paths to paid roles) - Pet Care Business Owner / Coordinator
Run or manage a pet sitting/walking/daycare service, handling bookings, client relations, staff, and operations.
Salary : £23,000 – £35,000+/year (self-employed profits vary with scale and location)
Course Curriculum
| Module 01: The Importance of Securing Animals During Transport | |||
| The Importance of Securing Animals During Transport | 00:12:00 | ||
| Module 02: What kind of food will you choose for your pets? | |||
| What kind of food will you choose for your pets? | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 03: Preventing your pet from high temperature in warm hot months | |||
| Preventing your pet from high temperature in warm hot months | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 04: Nutrients to Supply Pets with Food Made at Homes | |||
| Nutrients to Supply Pets with Food Made at Homes | 01:00:00 | ||
| Module 05: Tips to Make Excellent Quality Food | |||
| Tips to Make Excellent Quality Food | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 06: Classification of Fish | |||
| Classification of Fish | 00:24:00 | ||
| Module 07: The Process of Caring for Rabbits and Guinea Pigs | |||
| The Process of Caring for Rabbits and Guinea Pigs | 00:13:00 | ||
| Module 08: REPTILES, LIZARDS AND TURTLES | |||
| REPTILES, LIZARDS AND TURTLES | 00:14:00 | ||
| Module 09: Birds Care | |||
| Â Birds Care | 00:12:00 | ||
| Order Your Certificate | |||
| Order Your Certificate | 00:00:00 | ||
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed this course, you can obtain the Digital (PDF) Certificate for only £4.99. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post for only £9.99 (FREE POSTAGE). With these affordable pricing on certificates, we’re also offering the PDF Transcript for £2.99.
Also, you can have your printed transcript delivered by post for only £7.99 (FREE POSTAGE). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this course is suitable for beginners. It is designed to guide learners step by step, making it accessible even if you have no prior knowledge or experience. The content starts with foundational concepts and gradually progresses to more detailed topics.
Many of our animal care courses include credentials from recognised institutions or industry partners. While they may not replace formal veterinary qualifications, they are widely respected by employers in animal shelters, kennels, and pet care businesses
This course helps build relevant knowledge and confidence that can support career development, professional upskilling, or personal interest. It is suitable for learners who want to improve their understanding, enhance employability, or gain practical insight related to the subject area.
No previous experience is required. Our beginner-friendly courses are designed for anyone with a passion for working with animals. You’ll gain practical knowledge and confidence through structured, easy-to-follow modules.
Absolutely. Our courses are built to provide real-world skills that employers value. Whether you’re aiming to become a kennel assistant, pet groomer, or animal behaviourist, our programmes help you take the first steps towards a rewarding career in animal care.
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