Working as a Cat Groomer can be very rewarding as grooming can prevent and alleviate suffering. You will need to have a love of cats and a good understanding of cat behaviour. You will need to enjoy working with the public and have good communication/customer care skills. Check out our current range of grooming qualifications…
Cat sitting is an excellent career choice if you care passionately about cats and would like to run your own animal business working from home. The concept of cat sitting is simply that the owners’ cats will stay in their own home environment where they receive individual care from a pet sitter who will visit…
Cattery Managers are employed by private boarding, quarantine and charitable organisations to manage the business on a daily basis. The role of a Cattery Manager varies and is dependant on the size and type of business or organisation. At boarding establishments, the Cattery Manager has responsibility for customer relations, booking management, advertising, training & recruitment,…
Whilst the work of a Cattery Assistant is physically demanding, it also involves a lot of hands-on contact with the animals and this can be extremely rewarding. This career involves having responsibility for the individual needs of the cats in your care. The job could involve some interaction with the public when interviewing prospective owners…
This rewarding career involves assisting dogs and other animals who are recovering from injury or chronic conditions. The Level 3 Diploma in Hydrotherapy for Small Animals is a recognised qualification for this type of career. It involves theory and practical training. Check this out and our entire suite of animal therapy qualifications on our website.
This is a growing industry and a rewarding career if you enjoy driving, are happy working flexible hours and would like to run your own pet related business. The Principles of Animal Transportation Certificate Course or the more advanced Level 3 Award in Companion Animal Transportation should be considered for this career.
Assistance Dog Trainers train dogs to assist people with hearing or sight difficulties, physical disabilities, and those prone to seizures, to lead independent lives. If you want a rewarding career with dogs and people this would be a good career opportunity and The Level 3 Diploma in Assistance Dog Training is the recommended Ofqual regulated qualification…
What is a Dog Warden / Animal Licensing Inspector? Each local authority in the UK is required to employ someone responsible for the collection of stray dogs. Dog Warden is the title usually used for this position but they can also be known as Animal Wardens, Dog Control Officers and Animal Welfare Officers. The remit…
This is another career with dogs that offers a chance of a good income. Dog Home Boarders are in high demand as more pet owners become aware that boarding their animal can be a traumatic experience. Many people now recognise that employing a Pet Sitter is preferable than boarding kennels. Confining any animal is never…
Dog handlers are recruited by the armed forces and private security firms. Before becoming a Dog Handler for the armed forces individuals are required to join the organisation where they intend to work. For example, Police Handlers have to spend two years in ordinary police training before transferring to the dog section. Having relevant experience…