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Learn to understand cat care management.
Equally useful studies for cat lovers, owners or anyone who works with cats.
There are multiple careers available for people who want to work with cats. This course provides a very sound understanding of the fundamentals of caring for domestic cats. It provides a practical understanding that can be applied to make better decisions and act in ways which will improve the lives of cats living with owners, in boarding facilities or in animal shelters.
Explore the different strategies that can make a cat live a long and healthy life.
Who this course is for:
- Cat owners
- Veterinarian assistants
- Aspiring cat care experts
- Cattery owners or staff
- Rescue or rehoming centre staff
- Council animal ranger/welfare officer
- Pet breeder
- Pet retail staff
- Grooming technician
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE COVER?
This specialist course provides a critical foundation for excellent cat care and management.
LESSON 1 INTRODUCTION TO CAT CARE
Basic needs - basic duties of the cat owner
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 2 FELINE BIOLOGY
Skin
Eyes
Ears
Nose
Mouth
Tongue
Teeth and gums
Digestive system
Reproductive system
Lesson 2 additional reading
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 3 BREEDS
Breeds
Recognition of cat breeds
Long haired cats
Semi-long haired cats
Short haired cats
Long haired breeds
Persian
Maine Coon
Birman
Semi-long haired breeds
Balinese
Ragdoll (Ragamuffin)
York Chocolate
Short haired cats
American Shorthair
Cornish Rex
Abyssinian
Russian Blue
Siamese
Sphynx
Manx
Scottish Fold
Korat
Japanese Bobtail
Egyptian Mau
Singapura
LESSON 4 FOOD AND NUTRITION
Kittens - birth to 12 months
Pregnant and lactating cats
Fussy cats
Obesity or overweight cats
Lesson 4 additional reading
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 5 HEALTH CARE
The healthy cat and preventative care
Recognising ill-health
Dealing with emergencies
Snake bites
Wounds
Desexing
Common parasites
Common ailments & disease (including notifiable disease)
Skin disorders
Lesson 5 additional reading
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 6 FELINE BEHAVIOUR
Introduction - understanding the cat’s mind
Behavioural problems
Lesson 6 additional reading
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 7 WORKING WITH CATS
Cat grooming
Cat breeding industry
Professional training and handling
Day care or boarding
Cat rehoming centre or fostering
Therapy pets
Health care
Therapy for cats
Retail and manufacturing
Review what you have been learning
Final Assessment
For many this course may be as far as you ever want to go with formal study about cat care.
If you are a business owner or pet owner, it can be an extremely sound foundation for looking after cats in your care.