Welcome to WACA

The Washington Animal Control Association (WACA) was formally created January 22, 1983. WACA is an organization dedicated to promoting professionalism and excellence in animal care, education, and enforcement while protecting animal welfare and public safety through training and support.

The purpose of this website is to provide you every opportunity to participate with us in our goal to “Protect People and Pets.” Here you will find the resources you need to become an Animal Control Officer including the training and conference schedules.

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 The Washington Animal Control Association is proud to share that we have published some NEW recommendations.

These are not requirements, but rather suggestions.

We hope this helps create some consistency in our State and helps your supervisors set you up for success, safety, and support!

WACA recommends that all ACO’s in Washington State are:

  •     Recognized by their agency as a first responder.
  •     Are provided Ballistic Vests for safety and protection.

  •     Attend annual Crisis Intervention Training.

  •     Attended a minimum of 10 hours of annual Continuing Education Training relevant in the field.

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Please send all mail to: PO Box 335 Marysville WA 98270

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WACA is a volunteer run 501c3 non-profit

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