Unit Award Scheme

92805 ANIMAL HUSBANDRY: GUINEA PIGS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	at least ten named breeds of guinea pig	Student completed work
2	what a male and female guinea pig are called	Student completed work
3	at least two breeds kept as pets and sold in pet shops	Student completed work
4	a type of suitable bedding which could be used for displaying the guinea pig in a pet shop	Student completed work
5	at least three types of suitable floor covering materials which could be used for displaying the guinea pig in a pet shop	Student completed work
demonstrated the ability to
6	feed and supply clean water to the guinea pig as necessary	Summary sheet
7	clean animal accommodation as required	Summary sheet
8	move guinea pigs safely and securely without damage or stress to animal or handler	Summary sheet
9	conduct a nine-point health check of a guinea pig.	Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 15 June 2004Level - Entry Level