Disaster Preparedness for Horse & Livestock Owners
Because when an emergency happens, there is no time to figure it out.
Practical, real-world training designed specifically for equine and livestock environments—so you can act quickly, confidently, and with your animals in mind.
Why Disaster Preparedness Matters
Natural disasters are becoming more frequent—and for livestock owners, the stakes are higher.
In many emergencies, you may have minutes—not hours—to act. Without a plan, critical time is lost trying to make decisions under stress.
Most horse and livestock owners:
• Do not have a formal evacuation plan
• Have never practiced an emergency scenario
You may need to be self-sufficient for up to two weeks without reliable infrastructure or outside support.
Preparedness is not about fear.
It is about reducing chaos—for you, your animals, and the people trying to help.
Course Comparison
Essentials in Emergency Preparedness
1.5h
$70
In-Person or Virtual
Theory only
A focused introduction to help you understand risks and take immediate, practical steps.
Disaster Planning & Emergency Preparedness*
7h
$169
In-Person only
Hands-on training and theory
A complete course for building and practicing real emergency plans, assessing risks, and practicing prevention.
Essentials in Emergency preparedness
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This short course focuses on understanding risks and knowing what to prioritize when time is limited.
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Identify risks specific to your property
Understand evacuation alerts and timelines
Make basic evacuation vs. shelter-in-place decisions
Prepare effective “go bags”
Avoid common mistakes that cost time
Disaster Planning & Emergency preparedness
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This full-day course goes beyond awareness into action. You will develop real, usable plans and practice the skills needed to act under pressure.
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Build full evacuation and contingency plans
Map your property for first responders
Identify hazards and reduce risks
Plan evacuation sites (local and out-of-town)
Understand equine behavior under stress
Fire prevention and barn safety
2-week shelter-in-place planning
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Property hazard assessments
Scenario-based exercises
Practical evacuation planning
Application of emergency tools
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This course is required to become a
Certified Safe Facility
Certified Safe Equestrian