Humane Handling and Restraint (September)

Handling livestock can be challenging and, in some cases, dangerous. Animals have a mind of their own and see the world differently than we do. Having a deeper understanding of these animals and how they flow through a slaughter facility, livestock market, or handling facilities on a farm can make the whole process safer and more efficient. In this workshop, trainees will develop a new understanding of how animals see the world, complete hands-on activities related to common animal handling challenges, and practice methods of humane restraint.

Participants will spend the day doing hands-on activities related to:

• Real-life animal handling scenarios
• Methods of humane restraint
• Understanding how animals see the world

Ideal for people who handle livestock; this includes transporters, livestock auctions, and more.

Workshop runs 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Fee: $750

Taught in both English and Spanish simultaneously.

Registration Information:

Course Code:  ANSC_HHI03A2601
Category:  Industry Training & Workforce Development
Days: F
Dates:  9/19/2025 – 9/19/2025
Times: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Instructor:  Kirk, Ashlynn
Location:  Off-Campus, Mann Valley Lab Farm (MVL), Dairy Learning Center
Fee: $750

Cancellation/withdrawal:  Registrant can send a qualified substitute. Up to 10 calendar days prior to the start date, registrant can transfer to a different date, or cancel without penalty, cancellations received fewer than 10 days before the start of their workshop will be invoiced $50 to cover administrative expenses.

ALSO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:

Humane Handling and Stunning

Maximize your travel and training time and attend two workshops: Effective Stunning and Equipment Maintenance and Humane Handling and Restraint; conveniently offered on consecutive days. Bundle registration qualifies for tuition waiver programs for Wisconsin based establishments.

This workshop is for individuals who would like to train in both the handling and stunning of livestock.

• Real-life animal handling scenarios
• Understand how animals see the world
• Detailed stunning equipment repair and maintenance
• Hands-on, low-risk stunning simulations

Workshops run 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., September 18-19
Fee: $1000