Be the best pet parent you can be. Master pet care through bite-sized, swipeable learning tiles — designed for busy people who want to learn on the go.
This Pet Care short course on SkillTiles breaks down everything you need to know into 10 structured milestones, each packed with bite-sized learning tiles you can swipe through in under 15 seconds each.
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your knowledge, this online pet care course uses AI-powered content to adapt to your learning pace. Each tile delivers a focused concept, example, or quiz — making it perfect for commutes, coffee breaks, or quick study sessions.
Covering 70 key topics across 10 milestones, this course takes you from foundations to practical application. Earn badges as you complete each milestone and track your progress on your learning dashboard.
Course Curriculum
1
Pet Care Essentials
Nutrition, training, and health
understanding pet nutritionbasic obedience trainingvaccination schedulesgrooming essentialsrecognizing illness signsexercise requirementspet-proofing your home
2
Choosing a Pet
Find the right companion
lifestyle assessmentdog vs cat considerationsbreed researchadopt vs buypuppy/kitten vs adultcost of pet ownershippreparing your home
3
Pet Nutrition
Feed your pet well
reading pet food labelswet vs dry foodfeeding schedulesportion controltreats and rewardsfoods to avoidspecial dietary needs
4
Basic Training
Teach good behavior
positive reinforcementbasic commands (sit, stay, come)house trainingcrate trainingleash trainingsocializationclicker training
5
Pet Health
Keep your pet healthy
vaccination schedulesflea and tick preventiondental carerecognizing illness signsweight managementspay and neuterchoosing a veterinarian
6
Grooming
Keep your pet clean and comfortable
brushing and coat carebathing techniquesnail trimmingear cleaningdental brushingeye careprofessional grooming vs DIY
7
Understanding Behavior
Read your pet's signals
body language in dogsbody language in catsseparation anxietydestructive behavior solutionsaggression managementplay behaviorstress signals
8
Enrichment & Exercise
Keep your pet happy
exercise requirements by breedmental stimulation gamespuzzle toys and feederssafe outdoor activitiesindoor enrichmentsocial play datesseasonal activity adjustments
9
Pet Safety
Protect your pet
pet-proofing your hometoxic plants and foodsoutdoor safety (traffic, wildlife)microchipping and ID tagsemergency preparednesstravel safety with petsfirst aid basics for pets
10
Pet Care Mastery
Advanced pet parenting
senior pet caremulti-pet householdsintroducing new petspet insuranceend-of-life carepet loss and grieffostering and volunteering