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Field Services
For the First Time: A Unified Safety Standard for Animal Control Officers
A Unified Safety Standard for Animal Control OfficersEndorsed by:For the first time in our industry’s history, the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA), in collaboration with 14 state associations, has released a jointly...
Disaster Response
As Hurricane Milton approaches, the National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA) is actively supporting communities and their pets by helping to provide critical coordination and resources to ensure animal welfare is prioritized during this challenging time....
Transforming the Role of Animal Control Officers through AI
Transforming the Role of Animal Control Officers through AI In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many fields, and animal control is no exception. Integrating AI into the daily tasks of animal control officers can significantly enhance their...
Unity of Animal Control & Sheltering
Unity of Animal Control & Sheltering The National Animal Care and Control Association [NACA] supports the integration of animal control and sheltering services under unified leadership. The potential union of these essential functions represents an approach that...
Unlocking Success: The Power of Professional Certification
Unlocking Success: The Power of Professional Certification By National Animal Care and Control Association Obtaining a national animal control officer certification from NACA offers several important benefits for individuals working in the field. Here are some...
NACA Field Services Training
NACA Field Services Series: Using Tools and Equipment This course covers safe, effective and humane use of standard-issue field services equipment. Videos present humane concepts and safe handling techniques. Use of tools and equipment is demonstrated by Animal...
NACA Appointment-based Intake Question and Answer
Q: Why did NACA write and share this statement?
A: We know that many pets who enter shelters could have been helped in other ways – through pet support services, proactive return-to-home programs, TNR/SNR, etc. Reducing shelter intake by helping solve pet-related problems is good for communities and is the most responsible use of taxpayer funding. In addition, if more pets can be served in their homes and neighborhoods, the animal shelter can provide better care and outcomes for the pets who truly do need to enter the shelter. The result of appointment-based intake should be better service to pets and people in your community. This statement was created to support public shelters in implementing these practices and inform policymakers about the benefits.
Fallen Animal Control Officer Memorial
National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) and Code 3 Associates are proud to announce the re-unveiling of the Fallen Animal Control Officer Memorial. NACA built the memorial to honor Animal Control Officers that were killed in the line of duty. Since...
!! NACA Alert !! Across the U.S., Animal Services Agencies Face Unprecedented Hardships
!! NACA Alert !!Across the U.S., Animal Services Agencies Face Unprecedented Hardships Download PDF We know you feel it, we feel it too! All across the U.S., animal services agencies are facing unprecedented hardships like short staffing, full shelters, and high...