What should you do when large animals are involved in a disaster emergency? 

• Join us for this two-day program targeted to firefighters, veterinarians, EMS, animal control officers, equine breeders, equine trainers, large animal facility operators, large animal transporters, large animal owners, students, and stakeholders who want to be prepared and safe in an emergency.  Minimum age: 18
• This program aims to cover the practical considerations, behavioral understanding, specialty equipment, techniques, and methodologies behind the safe extrication of a live large animal from entrapments (trailer wrecks, ditches, mud, barn fires) in local emergencies and disaster areas.

All participants are required to bring: 
- Gloves 
- Boots
- Bright vest
- Helmet (Protective headwear) 

Cost: $200
The cost includes: 
- Full course (two days) 
- Breakfast and lunch for both days
- Dinner for the first day 
- Certificate of completion 

See attachment for full agenda.

About the speaker: 

Dr. Rebecca Husted, founder and publisher of the first textbook: "Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue" will lead the training.

Dr. Rebecca holds a BS in Biology and a PhD in Animal Physiology from Clemson University. With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Rebecca gives training in Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue (TLAERTM) techniques across the US and Internationally, sharing innovative ideas, methodologies, and her understanding of complex human factors involved in large animal rescue aspects.

Please be sure to keep an eye on your email for any updates or changes

Thank you!

For any questions or comments about the program please contact Daniela Gonzalez (315) 749-3486.

For questions about registration call CCE Herkimer County (315) 866-7920.

TLAER Agenda (PDF; 124KB)