Animal Handling and Kennel Care
A non-credit program that prepares you for a career working with animals
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Do you want to work with animals but not necessarily in a medical capacity? This 24-hour Animal Handling and Kennel Care program will introduce you to working in the animal care industry outside of veterinary clinics.
You will learn techniques to handle and care for animals in ways that minimize stress and increase animal safety including animal handling and restraining techniques, kenneling, leash walking and animal carrying, sanitary and safety protocols, administration of oral medications, bathing and grooming and recognizing behavioral changes and signs of distress within animals. Upon completion you will receive a certificate of completion which may help you find jobs in animal daycare centers, kennels and boarding facilities, dog walking and training centers, groomers and retail businesses.
In This Course You'll Learn To:
- recall basic animal handling procedures, including proper restraint techniques, safety protocols, and hygiene practices
- explain the underlying principles of animal behavior and communication, and how these factors can influence animal care and handling
- apply your knowledge of animal handling procedures to real-world scenarios, such as administering medication, providing basic care, and dealing with emergency situations
- analyze different types of animal behavior and communication in order to determine the best approach to handling and caring for them
- evaluate their own performance in animal care and handling and identify areas for improvement in their own practices
- develop and implement new animal handling procedures and protocols, based on their knowledge and understanding of animal behavior and care
Admission Requirements:
- Must be at least 16 years of age
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