Resources & Support
Essential links and organisations to help you navigate your journey to becoming a licensed home boarder.
Course Syllabus
Frequently Asked Questions
The "Gold Standard" qualification for serious home boarders. Meets the "Higher Standard" Defra licensing criteria.
Core Units:
- Unit 1:Canine Behaviour (Evolution, communication, and stress signals)
- Unit 2:Care of Dogs in Home Boarding, Day Care & Kennels (Husbandry, health, and enrichment)
- Unit 3:Animal Welfare Regulations 2018 + Home Boarding Guidance (Includes 1-2-1 Tutorial)
A solid entry-level option combining the AIM Qualifications Level 2 Award with our specialised licensing immersion.
Includes:
- AIM Qualifications Level 2 Award in Canine Care & Welfare
- Immersion in Dog Home Boarding Licensing Guidance
- Live 1-2-1 Tutorial for personalized support
Regulatory & Official
The "Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018". This document outlines every standard you must meet.
GOV.UK Council Finder
Not sure which council covers your area? Use the official government postcode lookup tool.
Information on the £1,000 Trading Allowance and how to register as self-employed.
Industry & Support
A UK community for pet businesses. Offers support, guidance, legal advice, and training courses.
Provides detailed advice on animal welfare standards and best practices for the sector.
Look for providers who specialise in pet businesses, such as:
- Pet Business Insurance Limited
- Cliverton
- Protectivity
You want to run a dependable, profitable pet-care business. You also want clarity.
Our sister site, DogBusiness.co.uk, gives you practical tools you can use today. No BS. Just the licensing documents, forms, templates, plans, and guidance you need to operate with confidence, stay compliant, and stop second-guessing yourself.
Ready to Start?
We've prepared a simple roadmap to help you track your progress from consideration to launch.