Texas C.A.R.E.S: An Animal Cruelty Investigations and Response Workshop

September 30 - October 1, 2025 | Dallas, Texas | Free 

This free, two-day hands-on workshop (view sample agenda) is open to law enforcement, prosecutors, veterinarians, and rescue and sheltering organizations and is aimed at raising awareness about animal cruelty, forging key partnerships, and empowering participants to mitigate and prevent cruelty in their communities.

Attendees will engage in a comprehensive case study from start to finish, developing and practicing essential skills in investigation, seizure, evidence documentation, testimony, legal disposition, sheltering, care, and animal placement. They will also learn strategies for effectively managing the complexities of animal-related cases.

• Law enforcement, animal control officers, and prosecutors: This is a two-day training.
• Sheltering professionals, veterinarians, and other attendees: You may choose between attending both days (September 30 and October 1) or just the second day (October 1), which includes role-specific breakout sessions.

Continuing education (CE) credits will be available.

Limited funds may be available to assist some attendees who live more than 75 miles from the venue with travel expenses. If you have any questions or need to change your registration, please reach out to crtrainings@aspca.org