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For more than 40 years NACA has been a leader in providing training and certification programs for our profession. Our training programs continue to deliver a higher standard in Animal Care and Cruelty Investigation Training. NACA’s National Animal Control Officer Training Certifications, cover virtually every topic critical to the successful operation of Animal Care and Control.
About NACA
For more than 40 years NACA has been a leader in providing training and certification programs for our profession. Our training programs continue to deliver a higher standard in Animal Care and Cruelty Investigation Training. NACA’s National Animal Control Officer Training Academy, covers virtually every topic critical to the successful operation of Animal Care and Control.
Animal Care & Control Today
“Animal Care and Control Today” is published 2 times each year by the National Animal Care & Control Association to provide information of interest to the animal care and control profession. Advertising sponsorship is provided on a space‐available basis.
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Are People Getting Meaner?
Are People Getting Meaner? A few days ago, I was listening to Oprah interview NYU psychologist Dr. Jay Van Bavel, and the conversation started with a question I haven’t been able to stop thinking about: Are we getting meaner? It certainly can feel that way. Spend enough time online and it does not take long to find people tearing each other apart. What feels different lately is that this lack of civility does not seem confined to our screens....
NACA Introduces New International Certification to Strengthen Animal Welfare Worldwide
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Animal Care & Control Today Magazine
2026 Spring – Animal Care & Control Today Magazine
NACA State Association Leadership Summit: Building Momentum, Strengthening the Future
2026 NACA State Association Leadership Summit This year’s NACA State...
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