Course Description

Join us in this comprehensive course on Hobby Farm Investigations and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively address animal welfare concerns on hobby farms while upholding the law.

The "Hobby Farm Investigations" course is designed to equip law enforcement officers and professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to investigate cases of potential animal neglect, cruelty, and welfare violations on hobby farms. With the increasing concerns and calls related to poor animal care on such farms, it is crucial to have the expertise to conduct thorough and effective investigations, particularly for a wide range of animals commonly found on hobby farms.

Learn to identify signs of neglect and cruelty involving various animals typically found on hobby farms, including:

    • Cattle
    • Sheep
    • Goats
    • Horses
    • Poultry (including chickens, ducks, and turkeys)
    • Pot-bellied pigs
    • Geese
    • and more

 

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Hobby Farm Investigations

    • Video Presentation (1:46:24)

    • Key Points

    • PowerPoint Presentation

  • 2

    Next Steps

    • Completion