Course description
Do you see yourself working with cats on a day-to-day basis? Well, animal behaviourists and animal carers enjoy a diverse range of career opportunities, ranging from zookeeping and professional pet training, right through to wildlife conservation and working for animal charities. During this course you will examine topics such as: the domestication of the feline, different breed groups of cats, nutrition required for an obligate carnivore, and much more. This course will allow you to study when and where you want, at your own pace. All coursework can be submitted by email making it simple and hassle-free. All of the course materials will be delivered to you, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors are always a click away by email, giving you advice and helping you through your course. Join over [past_students_count] people that have studied with us and enrol with us today. It is ideal for:
- Students who want to develop their animal behaviour knowledge
- Those aspiring to work or progress their career in the animal industry.
- Animal technician
- Equine groom
- Pest control surveyor
- Animal attendant
- Animal keeper
- Large animal technician
- Trainee zookeeper
- Contract animal technician
- Mammal keeper
- Primate care staff
- Animal care assistant
- Animal rehomer
- Pet health advisor
Course Content
Unit 1 Evolution and domestication of the feline
- Evolution and adaptation of felis catus
- Domestication of the feline
- Social structure of cats
- Role of cats in religion, folklore and legend
Unit 2 Anatomy and physiology of the feline
- Function and role of the skeleton and muscles
- Uses of the special senses
- Circulatory and lymphatic systems
- Digestive and urinary systems
Unit 3 Breeds of cats and breed specific disorders
- Governing council of cat fancy
- Different breed groups of cats
- Different mating methods
- Inherited and genetic health disorders
Unit 4 Common feline behaviours
- Cat’s body language
- Feline behaviours and wild cat behaviour
- Feline communication
- How cat behaviour can improve cat/human relationships
Unit 5 Correct nutrition
- Feline digestive system
- Nutrition required for an obligate carnivore
- Changes of diet from kitten-hood to old age
- Medical impact of poor nutrition
Unit 6 Infectious and non-infectious diseases of the cat
- Infectious and non-infectious diseases
- Vaccination
- Welfare requirements for infectious cases
- Problems seen in old age
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