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...
Four Days, A New Format, A Stronger Impact This in-person session brought together a full class of twenty-five animal control professionals, many of whom have been working in the field for years. Their experience, combined with a willingness to engage in thoughtful...
A First-of-Its-Kind Look at Field Services Nationwide: New Data Report Released The landscape of animal control field services is rapidly evolving, yet until now, very little national-level data existed to represent the daily realities of this critical work. That...
NACA has updated the Disaster Resource Portal with new downloads. Please visit: the Disaster Resources page to download Disaster Resources: NEW - Severe Weather Preparedness Guide - Hurricane Preparedness Checklist 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...
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 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 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 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 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...