Improving Field Responses to Injured and Distressed Wildlife on Scene

Improving Field Responses to Injured and Distressed Wildlife on Scene

When: December 3, 2026

Location: Live online

Host: Justice Clearinghouse

Delivery: online

Animal care and control officers and law enforcement personnel are often among the first responders when wild animals are injured, trapped, sick, in need of rescue or otherwise in distress. These situations can be difficult to assess in the field, especially when regulations, agency policies, limited training, or a lack of access to wildlife care resources constrain the options available. This webinar will provide practical guidance for improving field response and reducing animal suffering in common wildlife scenarios. Using case-based examples, the session will examine how responders can