In a world where kindness seems to be overshadowed by negativity it is essential to explore the dynamics of human behavior and the impact of social media on our interactions. Are we losing our empathy or is it just a reflection of the times we live in
National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) today announced the launch of the Animal Care & Control International Officer Certification (ACOi), a globally recognized and internationally applicable professional credential designed for animal health,...
2026 NACA State Association Leadership Summit This year’s NACA State Association Leadership Summit, our third summit to date, was our biggest and most impactful yet, bringing together representatives from 43 states and 113 attendees for two powerful days of...
Happy ACO Appreciation Week, everyone! Today marks the start of a week-long celebration dedicated to honoring the incredible Animal Control Officers who work tirelessly to protect and serve both the pets and people in their communities. To all the brave and...
Celebrating Excellence in Animal Care and Control The National Animal Care & Control Association understands that the work done by animal care and control professionals across the country is physically and emotionally demanding and requires individuals of the...
Animal Control Officers Deserve More Than Appreciation—They Deserve Support When people hear the term “animal control officer,” outdated images of someone chasing stray dogs might still come to mind. But today’s animal control officers (ACOs) are highly trained...
Field Forward in Waco: Advancing Animal Care & Control Together In February 2026, leaders and practitioners from across the country came together in Waco, Texas, for NACA’s Field Forward workshop, a dynamic training and assessment event focused on strengthening...
Why Access to Spay and Neuter Still Matters By Dr. Christina Avila Spay and neuter has been central to my work throughout my career—from veterinary medicine, to sheltering, to field services. While the framing has shifted over time—from cancer prevention to population...
In January 2026, the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) had the opportunity to spend several days on O‘ahu working alongside the Hawaiian Humane Society (Hawaiian Humane) as part of our Field Forward program — an in-depth, collaborative process...
Introduction The National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) is committed to advancing humane, evidence-based practices that promote animal welfare, protect public safety, and strengthen the human–animal bond. As part of this mission, NACA offers the...