Level 3 Certificate in Dog Breeding

Course Overview 

The iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Breeding, Litter Socialisation and Welfare is your pathway to ethical, responsible breeding and the highest standards of canine welfare. Designed with flexibility in mind, this qualification fits around your lifestyle, making it ideal for anyone committed to breeding dogs with a focus on health, happiness, and long-term wellbeing. 

What You’ll Learn 

Whether you are preparing to raise well-socialised, confident puppies or want to develop the skills to carefully match each pup to the right home, this course provides you with proven methods and expert guidance. Developed and reviewed by leading industry professionals, the qualification ensures you gain the most relevant, up-to-date knowledge for both personal development and responsible breeding practice. Through a blend of theory and practical learning, you’ll build the confidence and skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the dogs you care for, while also contributing to the future of ethical canine breeding. 

You will also learn how to assess each puppy’s unique personality and needs, enabling you to match them with the right homes and support their long-term wellbeing. 

As a Level 3 Ofqual-regulated qualification, this course can also assist you in achieving a dog breeding licence to the highest standard, helping you progress as a responsible and ethical breeder.

Units Covered 

Unit 341: Canine Care and Welfare during Pregnancy 

Unit 342: Whelping and Aftercare

 Unit 343: Litter Socialisation for Breeders