Feline (Cat) Breeds & Grooming

Course Description

Learning Outcome 1: Describe the breed standards when presented with a particular breed

Unit Content

• Identification & Description of breed standards
• Feline breed standards, feline breed groups, a description of the features in relation to the quality of the breed presented

Learning Outcome 2: Identify and prepare various cat breeds for grooming, handling and restraint

Unit Content

• Classification of breed groups:
  • Introduction to the various feline breeds.
  • Different Breeds- Attitudes & Requirement
• Grooming sequence
• The basics and rationale behind grooming of the individual breeds
• Methods of shampooing, brushing, nail trimming and general aspects related to various cat breed grooming
• Handling & Restraint
• Handling and restraint techniques in relation to the feline breeds.
• Handling animals with care during grooming
• General customer care

Learning Outcomes 3: Relate the health and nutrition to the breed and lifestyle of the cat

Unit Content

• Animal health and nutrition
• Introduction to feline nutrition
• Nutritional advise to pet owners

Learning Outcome 4: Recall the local and EU legislations with special emphasis to the Animal Welfare Act

Unit Content

• Introduction to general Animal Welfare
• National and EU legislation are also discussed and studied