Wildlife Management and Handling for Animal Control Officers and Municipal Law Enforcement
This comprehensive 4-hour course equips Animal Control Officers and Municipal Law Enforcement Officers with essential wildlife knowledge to address public concerns effectively and professionally. Designed with a focus on humane practices, the course covers key topics such as species identification, developmental stages, denning and feeding habits, and strategies for discouraging wildlife from inhabiting problematic areas.
Participants will learn safe, effective methods for managing wildlife situations, including recommended handling techniques for potentially sick or injured animals. The course also explores the appropriate equipment necessary for safe handling, as well as protocols for moving wildlife within a facility. Additionally, participants will gain insights into assessing risks and determining which animals may require transfer to wildlife rehabilitation facilities.
By the end of the course, participants will have the tools to address wildlife-related incidents with professionalism, ensuring both public safety and the well-being of the animals involved.
Topics to be covered are:
- Public education
- When to “rescue” and when to walk away
- Equipment to facilitate safe containment
- Disease control procedures
- Factors that preclude rehabilitation
- Zoonotic diseases
- Officer safety – pitfalls
For information on ordering a private course, please contact our Corporate Training Manager at (705) 835-3177 or email us at info@caninefoundations.com