by naca-web | Jan 24, 2026 | Blog, Position Statements
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...
by naca-web | Jun 1, 2025 | Announcements, Blog, Field Services, Position Statements
A Unified Safety Standard for Animal Control Officers Endorsed 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 developed position statement...
by naca-web | Sep 2, 2023 | Blog, Field Services, Position Statements
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...
by naca-web | Mar 27, 2023 | Announcements, Blog, Position Statements
It is the position of NACA that every animal control officer should receive, at minimum, the below-outlined training. Requiring minimum training standards will increase safety for officers, animals, and the communities they serve. Furthermore, it is the position of...
by naca-web | Feb 9, 2023 | Announcements, Blog, Position Statements, Shelter Operations
NACA Statement on Support of Updated Association of Shelter Veterinarian Guidelines NACA leadership has reviewed the guidelines for standards of care in animal shelters issued in December 2022 by the Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) and is pleased to provide...
by naca-web | Jul 13, 2022 | Blog, Position Statements
NACA Is Opposed to Breed Specific Legislation The National Animal Care & Control Association’s fundamental goal is to achieve safe and humane communities; Our priority is safety, first and foremost, in the most effective and most comprehensive way possible....
