Dog Walking and Pet Sitting: How to Start Your Own Business
Cambridge , United Kingdom
Tuition Fee
GBP 200
Per course
Start Date
2024-06-22
Medium of studying
Not Available
Duration
2.0 days
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
International Business | Veterinary Medicine
Discipline
Business & Management | Science
Minor
Dog/Pet/Animal Grooming | International Business, Trade, and Tax Law
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 200
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-06-22 | - |
| 2024-06-23 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
This two-day program provides a comprehensive overview of the dog walking and pet sitting industry. Participants will learn about market research, marketing, pricing, training, legislation, insurance, health and safety, and practical approaches to client management. The program is led by an experienced tutor with a background in animal science and behavior, ensuring participants receive up-to-date and industry-relevant knowledge.
Program Outline
Outline:
Day 1:
- Self-evaluation
- Market research
- Marketing
- Defining services
- Price setting
- Training requirements
- Legislation
- Insurance
- Health and safety
- Occupational standards
- Terms and conditions
- Documentation
- Record keeping
Day 2:
- Practical approach to facing clients
- Day-to-day procedures
- Animal health and safety
- Use of equipment
- Scheduling a typical day
- Factors affecting dog walking/management
- Home-boarding
Teaching:
- Tutor: Kate Middleton BSc MSc PGCE
- Degree in Animal Science
- Masters in Animal Behaviour
- Started her own dog walking and pet sitting business in 2014
- Part-time course writer and teacher in canine related studies
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