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TLAER & AAHC 2026

Athens Area Horse Community we want to ensure our horse community is safe, even in the worst of times. Better education = better outcomes for all! Our TLAER education classes in conjunction with Dr. Rebeca Husted are a benefit to all: First Responders, Veterinarians, Animal Control Officers, Law Enforcement, Owners, Community Members, and more. If you want to arm yourself with life saving skills when faced with a large animal emergency, than this training is for YOU.

  • Loose Animals
  • Trailer Accidents (personal and industrial)
  • Barn Fires (private and commercial)
  • Stuck/Down Animals (mud, ponds, pools, ditches, etc)

These are some of the valuable skills you will learn through the TLAER Awareness Course. This course is also a prerequisite to further TLAER training. Whether you are new to large animals, or a seasoned pro, there are many aspects of large animal rescue you have never thought to consider.

  • How do you approach and offer aid while keeping yourself and other people & animals out of further harm?
  • What is the best way to manage several animals in traffic?
  • How can you move a 1,000lb+ animal?
  • What is your role when assisting emergency personnel?
  • How can you make your barn less prone to fire?

This and much, much, more is covered in this 2-day training.

We gather as professionals and owners to share perspectives and aid in the learning process. Tools and techniques are as valuable as insight and understanding.

Below are some links to further your understanding.

  • The TLAER resources page gives you endless information to deepen your understanding.
  • TLAER offers professional continuing education credits to take you even further in your career.
  • We can’t reach everyone, so we ask for your help in spreading the word. Community recruitment is vital to our success. Each of you has the opportunity to make your community safer by working to involve the professionals in your area.

We’re already working on next year’s TLAER course, and It’s going to be bigger and better than ever! Use this form to sign up for new updates and more information.


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