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This course will review effective animal management not only for public health and safety, but also for the welfare of the animals themselves. Students will hear of the The Five Freedoms; what role the SPCA plays in communities and municipalities; and the importance for collaboration. Topics will...

This course will cover the requirements of an officer to prepare for and present information as evidence in public hearings or court trials. Content is woven throughout the program with daily practical work and case studies incorporated into the curriculum. Reinforcement of the skills needed...

This course will involve an analysis of legislation that governs animals and animal control in BC. You will interpret legislation and discuss associated issues and evidence. Emphasis will be placed on animal complaints such as noisy and dangerous dogs, and animal abuse and the options you have to...

Animal control enforcement officials face daily challenges and dangers related to this profession including dealing with aggressive and dangerous animals to assertive and hostile people. This course covers the types of activities that may occur and techniques to mitigate these hazards including...

This practical course will provide procedures and tactics for capturing, handling, and restraining stray and aggressive domestic and feral animals. Students will learn how to apply the theories taught in previous units covering animal behaviour and personal safety, to the capture and restraint of...