THE ARIZONA HORSE COUNCIL

Presents

BASIC EQUINE ABUSE & NEGLECT RECOGNITION TRAINING FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT

Approved for AZ POST Continuing Training Credit

About The Course: 

• What constitutes equine abuse/neglect A.R.S.
• Preparing before responding to a call
• Responding to a call of equine abuse/neglect - what to look for, owner emotions and how to stay safe
• Determining validity of equine abuse/neglect and what action to take
• Officer safety with horses
• Veterinary aspects of abused/neglected horses including lameness, sickness and injuries
• Zoonotic diseases of equines
• Body condition scoring
• How to inspect equine facility
• Building a case, documentation,
• Who has legal right to seize horses A.R.S.
• Procedures for handling media, bystanders, special interest groups

Instructors:
Luncinda Earven D.V.M.

University of Arizona member of the Arizona Livestock Incidence Response Team, trained and prepared for large scale bio-terrorism and bio-emergency responses.

Brad Cowen

Arizona Livestock Officer, recently retired with 28 years experience with the Arizona Department of Agriculture in routine livestock ownership inspection, investigation of livestock theft, abuse and neglect, preparing reports and working with prosecutors to assist in prosecuting law violations and testifying in trials.

Dan Rosenfield

Arizona Attorney specializing in equine, farm and ranch issues. Former instructor Special Response Unit, Washington D.C.

Information: 

• 6 hours classroom
• 2 hours hands on with horses
• Training materials are provided

Registration and Information:

• www.azpost.gov
  

Law Enforcement Registration

This class is designed for current AZ POST certified Law Enforcement Officers.

For class dates and registration availability, check the AZPOST calander at www.azpost.gov

Cost: No Charge