Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue Review

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(More customer reviews)The large animal rescue field is small; and, though it has been around since the 1990s is in its infancy really, considering how few emergency responders (police, fire, ambulance, animal control) are trained. While many responders are exposed to SMALL animals such as dogs and cats in their work, what is the likelihood of exposure to horses, llamas, or livestock? For most, the closest they will ever get to a horse is watching a race; the closest they will get to livestock is eating it. But what happens when they are confronted with a panicked, injured animal in the field? Many are injured; some have died; many of the animals are injured further or die. Large animal rescue is dangerous in ways they just don't understand.
Drs. Rebecca and Tomas Gimenez have written an outstanding manual on the subject. Along with their compatriots on the west coast, Deb and John Fox, they have defined the "gold standard" in large animal rescue, and it shows in this book.
When I was researching "Save Your Horse! A Horse Owner's Guide to Large Animal Rescue", the Gimenezes were very supportive and forthcoming with technical expertise and advice. I was amazed at their depth of knowledge and willingness to share. Their passion for this subject and determination to spread the training throughout the emergency responder world shines through everything do.
LAR training is a "tough sell" right now. Most agencies have cut back funding for training; many are even cutting staff. While actually sending staff to participate in training may be beyond their financial capabilities, an excellent resource is available to them for little monetary outlay. ALL emergency responders should have access to this book through their work. If you are a responder, please encourage your department to purchase a copy. If you are a horse or livestock owner who may someday require the services of responders to extricate your animal from a life-threatening situation, buy a few books and donate them.
When it comes to saving lives, we all need to step up and help. This book is an excellent way to do just that. I highly recommend it to anyone who has an interest in large animals or who wants to keep our responders safe. For further information on LAR, [...]
Michelle Staples
Horse Safety Specialist
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