Animal Control Spring Training
April 15-16, 2025 in Castle Rock, COApril 16, State Test for Animal Control Officers
Animal Welfare Association of Colorado
Spring Training
Join us April 15-16, 2025, at the
Douglas County Fairgrounds and Events Center
500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Deadline to register for the training and the test is April 4, 2025
TOPICS FOR 2025
Husbandry, care, handling of goats and pigs – Presented by Kathy Whitman, Veterinary Extension Specialist, Colorado State University
Elder abuse – what ACOs need to know and look for regarding abuse – Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Cost of care and case studies – Colorado Humane Society Animal Protection
Sanctuary wolves & Colorado reintroduction project, impact on agriculture community – Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center and Colorado Department of Agriculture
Round table discussion of animal control cases and issues
Homeless Camps: officer safety and animal resources – Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Equine husbandry, care, and handling – Colorado Humane Society/Harmony Equine Center
Location
Douglas County Fairgrounds and Events Center
500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Lodging is available:
Holiday Inn Express – $119 per night plus taxes and fees
610 Genoa Way, Castle Rock, CO 80109
Reservations must be made by March 15, 2025 at the link below
Scholarships Available
to AWAC members
Scholarships are available to AWAC members. If you do register and then receive a scholarship, your registration will be refunded.
Deadline to apply is March 11, 2025
How to apply:
Please submit an essay (500 words or less) stating how this training would benefit you personally, professionally, and also benefit your organization. Email your essay to [email protected].
Please indicate the day(s) you wish to attend and whether you will need assistance with mileage and/or lodging expenses.
Register