Accurately assessing an animal’s health and identifying signs of abuse or neglect in the field is a critical skill for animal control officers, law enforcement, and humane investigators. This Animal Assessments in the Field course provides the knowledge and hands-on techniques to evaluate animal welfare, recognize neglect and abuse, and take appropriate action.

What You Will Learn:

• Key health indicators in dogs, cats, livestock, and other animals
• Identifying signs of malnutrition, dehydration, and physical abuse
• Recognizing behavioral signs of distress and neglect
• Proper documentation and reporting for legal cases
• Working with veterinarians and forensic experts
• Legal considerations in animal cruelty investigations

Who Should Attend?

• Animal control officers
• Law enforcement officers
• Humane investigators
• Veterinary professionals
• Shelter and rescue personnel

Why Attend?

• Learn from expert instructor Dr. Charlotte Robinson
• Enhance your investigative and assessment skills
• Build stronger cases against animal cruelty and neglect
• Network with other professionals dedicated to animal welfare

Continuing Education Credit

Upon successful completion, students will receive a certificate of completion and become eligible to apply for continuing education credits from Colorado State University. Veterinary professionals may apply to receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

This class is approved for Colorado Bureau of Animal Protection Agents for CE credit.

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