City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in the
Principles of Animal Management within a Pet Store

Animal Activity Licensing Regulations 2018 OFQUAL

Do you own or work in Dog Kennels, Boarding Cattery, Dog Day Care, Dog Boarding or Pet Shop?

Defra has recently introduced a significant change with the Animal Activity Licensing Regulations 2018.  This new legislation applies as from 1st October 2018 to the following: Dog Boarding Kennels, Boarding Cats, Day Care for Dogs, Home Boarding Dogs, Dog Breeding and Selling Animals as Pets:

Licensing will require clear evidence of knowledge and experience or a minimum of an Ofqual regulated level 2 qualification in a relevant subject. The new regulations take effect on renewal or if your business is being brought into the scope of licensing for the first time.

Or, to meet the Higher Standard, a member of staff with a relevant Ofqual regulated Level 3 qualification must be present during the working day.

The OFQUAL Approved Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Behaviour meets the new Animal Activity Licensing Regulation requirements for the basic standard requirements.

The OFQUAL Approved Level 3 Award in Canine Care, Behaviour and Welfare meets the new Animal Activity Licensing Regulation requirements for the more advanced standard requirements and includes care the care of dogs in kennels.

The OFQUAL Approved Level 3 Diploma in Canine Care, Behaviour and Welfare meets the Higher Standard Animal Activity Licensing Regulation requirements.

The OFQUAL Approved Level 4 Diploma in Canine Behaviour and Training Management is a regulated qualification that meets the Higher Standard Animal Activity Licensing Regulation requirements. Students who have previously studied at Level 3 can enrol directly on this qualification.

The OFQUAL Approved Level 3 Diploma in Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare meets the Higher Standard Animal Activity Licensing Regulation requirements for Boarding Catteries. 

The OFQUAL Approved Level 3 Animal Welfare Officer Diploma  - relevant for those responsible for inspecting and licensing animal activities businesses. 

City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in the 
Principles of Animal Management within a Pet Store

120 GLH

18 Credits

Unit Summary

OFQUAL Regulated Qualification: 500/7573/1

Unit 1

The Principles of Animal Management within a pet store

The unit covers the identification and biological details of small mammals, cats and dogs, reptiles and amphibians, aquatic species and pet and aviary birds. This unit also includes information about the equipment and accessories required for the wellbeing of different species within the range.

Unit 2

The Principles of pet store management systems and procedures

The unit covers differences between classes of animals, their wellbeing and health checks. The unit provides learners with knowledge on health and hygiene routines, animal nutritional requirements, preventative treatments and stocking densities. The signs of common diseases and parasites and their treatments are also covered. The unit covers the legislation that relates to pet store management. It will also give learners knowledge on the employment and training of staff, health and safety issues, customer relations, licensing and financial systems, design, layout, and stock control.

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