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...
April: Advocating for Animal Welfare - How Animal Control Officers Lead the Charge April marks a significant month in the realm of animal welfare – it's National Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month. This observance serves as a poignant reminder of our responsibility to...
Elevate your skills and expertise with over 5 hours of specialized training tailored specifically to the unique demands of animal welfare dispatching. Our comprehensive program is designed to empower you to provide top-notch service to your community while...
Strengthening Communities: Recap of Our In-Person Event for Animal Control Professionals On February 1st, 2024, a remarkable gathering took place in the heart of California's Central Valley. The event, hosted at the City of Fresno brought together 33 dedicated animal...
Embracing Change: NACA Magazine Transitions to Biannual Issues and Bids Farewell to Janet Conner In a significant shift reflecting our commitment to quality content and strategic planning, the National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA) is excited to announce...
MEDIA CONTACTJerrica Owen619-551-9864jowen@nacanet.org NATIONAL –The National Animal Care & Control Association understands that the work done by animal careand control professionals across the country is physically and emotionally demanding and requires...
Dear NACA Members, We want to bring your attention to a matter of potential concern that may impact local government animal control agencies and other public service entities across the country. As you may be aware, there is the possibility of a government shutdown...
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...
Officer Robbin Snapp Robbin Snapp, (Bracken County (KY) ACO). A colleague of hers had to this share about Office Snapp… “She’s worked in our shelter for 4 years with just volunteers and has improved our adoption and rescue programs all on her own. We are working...
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...