iPET Network Level 3 Award in Dog Walking and Pet Sitting for Professionals

When looking for a canine service provider, a suitably qualified person is a must.

The iPET Network Level 3 Award in Dog Walking and Pet Sitting for Professionals has been designed for those who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to safely and professionally start up or operate a dog walking or pet sitting business. This qualification aims to take Candidates on a journey from complete beginners to competent, professional and qualified dog walkers or pet sitters. Encompassing vital skills such as contingency planning, problem solving and communication, the qualification is a balance of theoretical and practical learning to ensure that vocational skills lead the qualification with underpinned knowledge developed throughout.

It is also ideal for those currently working in this sector who want to evidence their skill and stand out in the crowd, showing their clients and competitors their dedication to best practice. It also includes small business start up and operation knowledge, great to support business planning at any stage.

Candidates who complete this qualification will be able to:

• Understand the roles and responsibilities of a professional dog walker and pet sitter.
• Be able to record details of animals and clients for the purpose of pet sitting.
• Know and understand the policies and procedures that need to be put in place prior to setting up a dog walking and pet sitting business.
• Know and understand client requirements and requests when carrying out dog walking and pet sitting services.
• Know and understand how to minimise risks when lone working as a dog walker or pet sitter.
• Know and understand the requirements of current legislation and codes of practice for dog walking and pet sitting including transporting animals.
• Know and understand a variety of breeds and behaviours typical to their breed group.
• Know and understand how to care for small animals that may require a pet sitting service.
• Be able to observe and record behaviour demonstrated by a dog, when working as a dog walker or pet sitter.
• Know and understand how to walk and control a dog.
• Be able to carry out effective dog walking activities.
• Know and understand potential hazards that may be experienced whilst in a small animal business.
• Understand the fundamental requirements of setting up a small animal business.
• Understand the role of marketing in a small canine business.
• Understand the financial requirements of running a small animal business.

iPET Network Level 3 Award in Dog Walking and Pet Sitting for Professionals is an Ofqual regulated qualification at level 3, this meets the higher standard licence requirements for those working in licenced establishments such as boarding kennels, doggy daycares or pet shops. The course is delivered in a blended approach with in person practical training (in Cheshire, Herefordshire or Shropshire) and online via a user friendly e-portfolio and at a pace to suit you.

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Industry recognised

This is an industry recognised qualification from iPET Network, an Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual. Teaching delivery is from Pet Training Courses, an approved iPET Network Training Provider. More details about this qualification and other regulated qualifications can be found on The Ofqual Register.

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