iPET Network Level 2 Award in An Introduction to Canine Nutrition

475,00 GBP

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We believe nutrition plays a huge part in the health and wellbeing of our dogs including the link to their coat and behaviours. This qualification explores nutrition for canines and the effects of good and poor nutrition on their health. The aim of this qualification is to educate owners or professionals to make nutritional choices that best suit dogs based on their breed, lifestyle and age, advising others of the same. It has been developed in collaboration with a range of industry experts including animal science educators, professional nutritionists, dog trainers and veterinary surgeons to ensure a well-rounded and balanced approach which meets the needs of professionals working with canine nutrition at a basic level. Candidates who complete this qualification will be able to: Understand the basis of nutrition including the main nutrient groups and their sources. Identify basic structures of the canine digestive system, how food is broken down and used by the body. Identify foods that are either toxic or otherwise dangerous to dogs. Understand the hygienic storage and preparation of foods for dogs. Recognise the different types of diets available for dogs including the use of treats. Understand simple approaches to managing food and feeding related problems in dogs. iPET Network Level 2 Award in An Introduction to Canine Nutrition is delivered 100% online via a user-friendly e-portfolio and at a pace to suit you. Units included in this qualification: Unit 216: Nutrition for Dog Health and Wellbeing (1 credit). Unit 217: Fundamentals of Food and Feeding of Dogs (1 credit). To find out more about this qualification click here . Click here to view the iPET Courses Terms & Conditions. Student support Considering signing up for this course? Groomers have an extensive range of products to support all your learning needs. Sign up to our Student Hub for all the latest updates and exclusive student offers. Click here to register . Industry recognised This is an industry recognised qualification from iPET Network, an Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual. Teaching delivery is from Pet Training Courses, an approved iPET Network Training Provider. More details about this qualification and other regulated qualifications can be found on The Ofqual Register . Similar products Browse all iPET Network Animal Care and Wellbeing Courses Browse all iPET Network Training Courses Course content Understand the basis of dog nutrition Recognise the different types of diets and treats available for dogs Identify basic structures of the canine digestive system Understand the hygienic storage and preparation of foods Approaches to managing food and feeding related problems