Animal Technical Rescue
Healthy Horses Conference 2020
UF VETS Animal Technical Rescue
This recorded presentation provides an overview for horse owners about animal technical rescue and how the UF VETS team works to better prepare the state of Florida for these types of emergencies.
Straight from the horse doctor’s mouth
Emergency Technical Rescue for Horses
Hosts Justin Long and Dr. Erica Lacher meet with Brandi Phillips to discuss emergency technical rescue for horses and what horse owners can expect in an emergency.
Season 3 Episode 07
Disaster Response
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Paw-sitive Preparedness: Tips for Animal Disaster Preparedness from UF VETS
With hurricane season in full swing, Dr. Larry Garcia, Clinical Associate Professor and Medical Director of UF’s Veterinary Emergency Treatment Service (VETS), is roaring the readiness alert on disaster preparedness and the importance of planning for the safety of pets before disaster strikes. Every tail, paw, hoof and claw deserves a disaster plan that includes evacuation plans, pet-friendly shelters, an emergency evacuation kit and more.
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A Deep Dive Into the Hurricane Ian Response by Florida’s Animal & Emergency Disaster Response Team
In this episode Dr. Cassi is joined by Dr. Larry Garcia from the University of Florida’s Veterinary Emergency Treatment Services Disaster Response Team to discuss in detail the team’s nearly 2 week response to the loss of infrastructure and lack of access to veterinary care in the wake of Hurricane Ian.
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Deconstruct This: Resources for Disaster Response
Dr. Larry Garcia and Brandi Phillips discuss resources for disaster response training and community networking so veterinary professionals can be an asset to clients and the rest of the community when disaster strikes.
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Deconstruct This: Preparing for Disasters
Dr. Larry Garcia and Brandi Phillips discuss the operations of the UF VETS team, as well as tips for preparing for a disaster as a pet owner and how veterinarians can help clients prepare.
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Emergency and Disaster Response in a Pandemic
Dr. Larry Garcia and Brandi Phillips discuss operational changes for animal emergency and disaster response during COVID-19.
Global Animal Disaster Managment Conference
Hurricane Ian Animal Medical Response, Lessons Learned and Future Opportunities
The UF VETS team was deployed to Fort Myers for 10 days, treating 422 animals in need of care in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. The UF VETS team performed health assessments, triaged animals, and provided medical care. A total of 60 volunteers assisted in the effort, representing Lee County Domestic Animal Services.