Cat Care Specialist

Cat Care Specialists have valuable knowledge they can use to help cats, from kittens to aging felines, live their best and healthiest life.



Whether you have ever thought about turning your appreciation of cats into a career as a cat care specialist or just have an interest in your own cherished pets, Stratford can help you learn all about the fascinating world of felines.

Cats have been favorite pets since the earliest days of recorded history. However, their behavior, health, and nutritional needs are often widely misunderstood.

Stratford's cat studies course can help gain valuable knowledge. Our comprehensive course covers everything from cat training, behavior, dietary needs, health maintenance and more.

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The best part is that you can learn about cat care at home when YOU have time. All you need to get started a low down payment, then you can make affordable monthly payments. Furthering your education has never been more convenient or affordable.

  ✓ Course type : Self-guided with instructor support
  ✓ Total Number of Modules: 4
  ✓ Total Number of Lessons: 17

Who should take this Cat Care Specialist training course?
   » Anyone with a sincere interest in the health and well-being of cats
   » Pet Owners
   » Employers needing to train staff

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What is a Cat Care Specialist?
A Cat Care Specialist is someone who has completed dedicated studies regarding the care and socialization of cats and can accurately and effectively use that knowledge to help cats live longer, healthier lives.

Cat Care Specialist Training Career Outlook
More than 46 million homes in the US alone have a cat as a pet! In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the employment of Animal Care and Service Workers to increase by 16% in the coming years, which is much faster than average!

Why Choose Stratford?

Convenient
Our guided, self-paced instructional courses allow you to study when YOU have time. Everything you need to complete the course is provided with our all-inclusive tuition. And if you do need help, Stratford instructors and student service professionals are only a call or email away. Learn more about how studying with Stratford works.

Affordable
All you need to get started is a low, down payment and you can make interest-free monthly payments as you go.

Worthwhile
We have been in business for more than 32 years and more than one million students worldwide have enrolled with us!

Now is better time than ever to get the education you desire at a price you can afford. Why wait? Get started toward your brighter future today!

Stratford's Cat Care Specialist training course has 4 Modules and a total of 17 lessons.
This course is self-guided with ongoing support from instructors as requested. Once you successfully pass exams in one module, the next module will be made available to you.

Decoding Your Cat
Module 1 - Lesson 1
Understanding Feline Communication Methods
Learning the Language of Cats
Observing Cat Postures and Vocalizations
Choosing a New Cat
Diseases and Breed Dispositions
Influences on Kitten Behavior
Creating an Enriched Home Environment
Planning Outdoor Spaces
Grooming, Petting and Socialization

Module 1 - Lesson 2
Facilitating Social Behaviors in an Adult Cat
Managing a Household with Multiple Cats
Introducing Feline Scents
Social Interactions Between Humans and Cats
Discoveries in the Feline Mind
Classical Conditioning, Counterconditioning and Operant Conditioning
Positive and Negative Punishment

Module 1 - Lesson 3
Introduction to Cat Aggression
Identifying Types of Aggression
Managing Elimination Problems
Evaluating Aspects of the Litter Box
Urine Marking
The Significance of Hydration
Handling Fearful and Anxious Cats
Establishing Routines in the Household
Feline Oral Issues and Compulsive Disorders

Module 1 - Lesson 4
Discouraging Unwanted Feline Behaviors
Socializing a Stray or Outdoor Cat
Adopting Fearful and Anxious Cats
Evaluating Indoor and Outdoor Environments
Maintaining Health in Older Cats
Recognizing the Behavioral Signs of Medical Conditions
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome
Evaluating the Living Environment of a Senior Cat

The Complete Book of Cats
Module 2 - Lesson 1
Understanding Key Periods in the Origin of the Feline Species
Facets of the Human-Feline Relationship
Legal Rights and Responsibilities in Cat Care
Introduction to The Biology of Cats, Including Skeletal Structure and Anatomy
Territorial Rights and Habits of a Hunting Instinct
Module 2 - Lesson 2
Key Aspects of a Comfortable and Healthy Living Environment for Cats, Including
Handling Methods, Beds, Litter and Carriers
Feline Accessories
Methods for Controlling a Cat’s Territory
Strategies for Locating a Missing Cat
Hazards in the Home
Travelling and Leaving Cats at Home

Module 2 - Lesson 3
Grooming Methods, Grooming with Human Aid, Grooming for Shorthair an Longhair Cats
Selecting a Veterinarian
Standard Medical Treatment
Lifespan, Elderly Cat Care, Death, Grieving and Cat Burial
Nursing a Sick Cat
Elements of a Home First-Aid Kit
Accident and Injury
Caring for a Cat After Surgery

Module 2 - Lesson 4
Categories of Cat Breeds, Including the Longhaired, Semi-Longhaired, Shorthaired,
Hybrids and Mutations Groups
Detailed Characteristics of Cat Breeds

Module 2 - Lesson 5
Further Details of Cat Breeds
Origin, Coat, Eyes, Grooming Methods and Temperament

Module 2 - Lesson 6
Aspects of Cat Showing
The Process for Entering a Cat Show
The Events and Judging Panel of a Cat Show
British European and American Cat Show Practices
Breed Standards, Registrations, Pedigrees and Training Methods for Cat Shows
The Rewards of Cat Breeding
The Process of Acquiring a Queen; Caring for a Stud
Aspects of the Mating Process
The Five Stages of A Queen’s Reproductive Cycle
Primary Concerns During a Cat’s Pregnancy

Module 2 - Lesson 7
The Importance of Harmony and Balance in Natural Cat Care
Holistic Therapies for Cat Care: Pharmaceuticals, Massage, Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, Chiropractic TTouch and Reiki
Natural Remedies in Cat Care: Herbalism, Aromatherapy, Acupuncture, Homeopathy,
Bach Flowers and Crystal Therapies
Treating Minor Ailments in a Cat and House-Training a Cat
Holistic Treatments for the Hormone, Nervous and Locomotor Systems
Common Symptoms of Neoplasia in Cats

The Complete Guide to Natural Cat Nutrition
Module 3 - Lesson 1
The Essential Nutritional Needs of Cats
Feline Anatomy and Digestive Physiology
The Benefits of a Natural Diet for Cats
Nutritional Requirements and the Significance of Water
Key Ingredients in Dry Cat Food and Canned Cat Food
Components of BARF, Raw and Mixed Diets, Selecting an Appropriate Dietary Model for a Cat
Key Ingredients in a BARF Diet
The Daily Food Ration Formula for a Cat
Vegetable Options and Other Sources of Fiber

Module 3 - Lesson 2
The Benefits of a Cooked Diet for Cats
Identify and Integrate Daily Ingredients of a Cooked Diet
Calcium Carbonate and Calcium Citrate Distribution Formulas
Aspects of a Mixed Diet for Cats
Required Supplements in BARF, Cooked and Mixed Diets
Benefits and Recommended Intake for Supplements

Module 3 - Lesson 3
Developing an Ideal Diet Based on a Cat’s Nutritional Needs
Dietary Planning for Health, Body and Age Considerations
Transitioning a Cat to a Natural Diet
The Significance of Careful Transition and the Typical Transition Period
Preparation Methods for a Natural Diet

Longevity for Cats
Module 4 - Lesson 1
Understanding Longevity
The 14 Hallmarks of Aging
Addressing the Root Cause of a Health Problem
Diagnostic Testing
Current Testing Options and Future Testing Options
Biochemical Markers for Disease
The Effects of Inflammation

Module 4 - Lesson 2
The Importance of Exercise and an Active Lifestyle
A Holistic Approach to Longevity: Allopathic Medicine, Vaccination, Spaying and Neutering, Parasite Prevention, Dental Care
Supplements for Longevity and Supplementation Strategies

Module 4 - Lesson 3
Regenerative Therapies and Plasma Replacement
Tracking a Cat’s Health Using Biometrics
Summary of Longevity Recommendations