Kennel Management

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QLS-02036

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Kennel Management Diploma Course

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Kennel Management

Module 1 -  Basic Needs

In the first module on kennel management, students will explore the basic needs of the canine. There is an overview of the five freedoms, and what properly caring for dogs means. Also explored are the nutrition that every animal requires and what foods should be offer to meet their dietary demands. Also reviewed is the emotional needs of these animals.

Module 2 - Health

Module two begins to explore the health of the dog as it pertains to grooming and first aid. Students explore the basic needs of grooming and a look at what first aid is available if something should happen to an animal. There is also a section that covers on recognizing different emergencies, and treating them in a proactive manner.

Module 3 – Rescued Dog Cases

This carries into the third module which deals with the health and general well-being of a rescued dog. Rescued dogs are special cases, because they are typically abused, mishandled, or homeless animals that are found. These animals need special care to trust humans again and to ultimately understand their immediate needs.

Module 4 – Health and Illness

For Module 4, there is a look at the general signs of good health and illness in canines. This includes a look at diseases and what causes some of the most common ones. With this, there is also an overview of the best ways to prevent diseases from spreading inside of the kennel. Hygiene is also stressed in this module, along with providing the proper accommodations for pets and meeting the requirements of the laws of the area.

Module 5 – Emotional Needs

In the fifth module, students begin to understand how they can meet the emotional needs of dogs. This is done by understanding the origins and even the causes of aggression. This includes a specific look at the aggressive behavior of other breeds and how they can vary from one animal to the next. With this, there is also a look at how to enrich the environment to meet the exercise and mental stimulation of these animals, and even proper care for elderly dogs.

Module 6 – Bite Avoidance

Finally, the six module discusses the topic of dog bite avoidance. With an understanding of aggression, students can use what they learned to spot it and understand the underlying causes of what has happened. Then safety precautions are looked at, as it is determined what the best approach is to take when dealing with an animal that shows aggressive behavior.

Course Price:  £339

£175 then 3 x monthly payments of £70.