Pet behaviour counsellor | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Pet behaviour counsellors help pet owners deal with animal behaviour problems.

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  • Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.  
  • Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact veterinarians to secure treatment.  
  • Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury.  
  • Mix food, liquid formulas, medications, or food supplements according to instructions, prescriptions, and knowledge
Read more about Pet behaviour counsellor

Pet behaviour counsellors typically work around 37 to 39 hours per week.

As a Pet behaviour counsellor you will typically work evenings / weekends.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely
    • Read more about Pet behaviour counsellor
    * from ONETonline
    Average salary
    22,502 GBP *
    per year
    15,000 GBP
    50,000 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)

    Salary statistics

    Average salary for Pet behaviour counsellor

    • 24,874 GBP
    • 21,375 GBP
    Average salary for part-time Pet behaviour counsellor
    Average salary for full-time Pet behaviour counsellor

    Showing:
    Part-time Full-time
    • 10,538 GBP
    • 10,644 GBP
    • 10,074 GBP
    • 22,502 GBP
    • 21,375 GBP
    • 24,874 GBP
    Salary over time for Pet behaviour counsellor

    Salary for this role has increased over time
    • 18,894 GBP
    • 18,930 GBP
    • 18,440 GBP
    • 19,657 GBP
    • 21,110 GBP
    • 21,886 GBP
    • 22,502 GBP
    • 21,612 GBP
    • 23,441 GBP
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    Future outlook for Pet behaviour counsellors

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    Very good outlook
    43 000+ jobs available
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    Balanced outlook
    3% yearly wage growth (on average)

    Pet behaviour counsellor - Your future job?


    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Pet behaviour counsellor and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

    In terms of people already doing this job:

    • 64% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
    • 14% of people in this role have a Diploma of Higher Education or equivalent
    • 13% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree

    You'll need:

    •  customer service skills  
    •  the ability to work well with others  
    •  patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations  
    •  to be thorough and pay attention to detail  
    •  sensitivity and understanding  
    •  the ability to use your initiative  
    •  excellent verbal communication skills  
    •  the ability to sell products and services  
    • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

    Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Pet behaviour counsellor

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    What soft skills do I need?

    Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Pet behaviour counsellor.
    Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
    Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
    Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
    Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

    What technical skills do I need?

    Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Pet behaviour counsellor. Check that you know:
    1
    Calendar and scheduling software Appointment-Plus; Groom Pro; Mobile Dog Grooming Software mGroomer; Petschedule
    2
    Data base user interface and query software CEEJS The Pet Groomer's Secretary; Kennel Link; Microsoft Access
    3
    Electronic mail software Microsoft Outlook
    4
    Office suite software Microsoft Office
    5
    Spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel
    Improve your skills today

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    Things to highlight for your Pet behaviour counsellor interview

    Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.

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