ACMGEN305 — Provide advice on companion animal selection and general care

1 Provide information and advice on companion animal selection

• 1.1Use interpersonal skills effectively to engage clients and identify their requirements
• 1.2Provide verbal and written information, where available, on the characteristics of different species and/or breeds of animals
• 1.3Provide advice on the suitability of the selected animal to meet client’s requirements

2 Advise on housing and environmental requirements

• 2.1Discuss appropriate housing and shelter requirements for the selected animal
• 2.2Explain set-up and maintenance of housing, and demonstrate according to requirements
• 2.3Provide general advice on the introduction of animals to a new environment

3 Advise on health, nutritional and emotional wellbeing requirements

• 3.1Discuss animal health requirements with the client
• 3.2Provide information on preventative health measures for the selected animal
• 3.3Explain the dietary requirements for the selected animal
• 3.4Explain the cleaning and grooming requirements for the selected animal
• 3.5Discuss the animal’s social and enrichment needs, including those that impact on behaviour and emotional wellbeing

4 Advise on additional products and services

• 4.1Display and demonstrate products as required by client
• 4.2Discuss and demonstrate additional equipment and related services as required
• 4.3Advise client on safe, low stress and humane animal transportation

5 Complete service

• 5.1Finalise advice and/or transactions according to workplace policies and procedures
• 5.2Confirm compliance with legislative requirements for transactions involving animals and transportation of animals where relevant
• 5.3Maintain records and follow up with client according to workplace policies and procedures

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