Unit Award Scheme

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Animal care: Dogs

Level: Level One

In successfully completing this unit, the learner will have	Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to 1. describe how to train a dog to the basic control commands, ie sit, down, stand, leave, heel and come	Summary sheet
2. explain what is suitable equipment for training a chosen breed of dog the basic control commands	Summary sheet
3. describe the suitable rewards for training	Summary sheet
4. describe how to reward the dog at a time that will promote the desired behaviour	Summary sheet
5. list suitable equipment to groom the chosen breed	Summary sheet
6. explain out to carry out basic day to day grooming of the chosen breed	Summary sheet
7. identify basic signs of health in dogs	Student completed work
8. explain how to identify the sex of a dog and a bitch	Summary sheet
acquired an understanding of 9. health and safety issues when working with dogs	Student completed work
10. the importance of timing when giving rewards to a dog	Student completed work
11. the basic signs of ill health in dogs	Student completed work
12. the responsibilities of dog ownership	Student completed work
13. the dog's need for exercise	Student completed work
14. the dog's need for mental stimulation	Student completed work
15. how to provide a balanced diet for a dog	Student completed work
16. the control of internal and external parasites in dogs	Student completed work
17. the main reasons for neutering dogs and bitches.	Student completed work

Approved 11 Oct 2018

All outcomes must be recorded on AQA summary sheet.

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