Course overview
Start your very own doggy daycare business.
If you love canines and want to work for yourself, you won’t find a better or more helpful way to go about it. This course teaches you how to care for pet dogs, the theories behind training them, and the basics of starting your own business. Alongside practical experience, this could be your first step in starting a dog-related business, such as; boarding kennels, dog walking, dog and sitting and doggy daycare.
Combining the Certificate in Dog Care with the Certificate in Dog Psychology & Training, coupled with the Start Your Own Business modules and Practical one-to-one Tuition, this course is ideal for anyone wanting to launch a doggy daycare business.
What you'll learn
- Understand the basic care of dogs, including nutrition, exercise, hygiene, and preventative health care
- Learn about key concepts dog groomers require, including basic anatomy, hygiene, tools & equipment and handling
- Discover the basic skills needed when starting your own Dog Grooming business
Recognition

Study method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration study load
- 80 hours
- 6 months access
- Complete 1 module per week
Course features
- Receive one-to-one mentoring with a business coach
- Gain access to one-to-one dog grooming videos
- Flexible online study – work at your own pace in your own time
- Receive unlimited one-on-one tutor support
- Gain a certificate that has been developed by industry experts
- We donate to the RSPCA for every student who completes this course
Assessment
- Multiple choice
- Short answer
- Practical assessments
Testimonials
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Additional information
For every student that completes one of our dog care courses, we make a donation to the RSPCA in Victoria. On a recent visit to the RSPCA in Melbourne, we found their efforts and facilities to be incredible and we fully support them in their fight for the safety of animals. RSPCA Victoria is currently reviewing our course materials.
Delivery
100% Online and 24/7 Access
- Get instant access within 1 business day and start when you’re ready
- Receive unlimited tutor support via phone and email from experienced professionals
Subjects
The Dog Grooming to Business Pathway comprises the following three programs:
About The Career Academy
The Career Academy is New Zealand's leading provider of online courses. Their education driven team of developers and tutors are located in Parnell, Auckland. They are committed to providing exceptional online courses and personal tutor support. The Career Academy offers a range of specialist courses to improve job performance. Their focus is on mentoring, inspiring and supporting people through training so their career or business can reap the rewards.
The Career Academy’s course delivery is flexible, so their students can study with minimal disruption to their daily life. They offer flexible payment plans so anyone wanting to learn has the opportunity no matter their circumstances.