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SUMMARY:Barn to Backyard: Animal Emergency Preparedness
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URL:http://sullivancce.org/events/2026/05/28/barn-to-backyard-animal-emergency-preparedness
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 This multi-part series is designed for farmers, pet owners, and first responders, helping ensure all are prepared when it matters most. Participants will learn essential skills in emergency planning, animal first aid, evacuation, and safe handling.All sessions are open to farmers and first responders, creating opportunities for shared learning and coordination, while the June 3rd and June 26th workshops are designed with a stronger focus on first responder training and application.Upcoming sessions include:Livestock First Aid with Catskill Veterinary Services & Brook Edge FarmsWednesday, June 3rd, 6pm-8pm, at Brook Edge Farm Stabilizing an animal before a vet arrives can
 make the difference.Participants will learn:
 Basic triage and vital signsTreating wounds, bleeding, and shockWhen to intervene vs. call a veterinarianBuilding a livestock first aid kitThis session is designed with first responders in mind, while remaining open and valuable to farmers and livestock owners.Farm and Livestock Emergency Response Thursday, June 11th, 6pm-7:30pm, Webinar Via Zoom Knowing what to do in the first minutes of an
 emergency can save livesParticipants will learn:
 Initial scene assessment and safetyCoordinating with emergency respondersManaging loose or injured livestockFarm-specific scenarios (fire, weather,
 accidents)Livestock and Pet Disaster PreparednessMonday, June 15th, 6pm-7:30pm, Webinar via ZoomMost emergencies are manageable if you’re prepared ahead of time.Participants will learn:
 How to build a farm & household emergency planLivestock evacuation considerationsPet disaster kits and identification strategiesCommunication plans and resource mappingLivestock Behavior and Handling Demonstration Friday, June 26th, 6pm-7:30pm, at Stone Wall FarmsUnderstanding animal behavior is the #1 way to
 prevent injuries and reduce emergencies.Participants will learn:
 Flight zones, pressure points, and herd dynamicsRecognizing stress signals in livestockLow-stress handling techniques for safer
 movementHow poor handling contributes to emergenciesThis session is designed with first responders in mind, while remaining open and valuable to farmers and livestock owners.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity educator, provider, and employer. This material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2024-70027-42540.
 
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