Many professionals are involved in dangerous dog cases. Learn how important your role is in the cases. This presentation is ideal for law enforcement, animal control officers, prosecutors, 911 dispatchers, EMTs, medical staff, animal shelter staff, animal rescue, new employees and supervisors too. Attendees will learn investigation techniques, why it is important to handled repeated dog-at-large offenders or reckless dog owners; proper impoundment, assessment and intake of a dangerous dog; housing & liability issues with dangerous dogs; avoiding worker’s comp claims; classifications of attacking dogs, prepping for court; inside the courtroom; experts in the field; statistics; restitution for victim; troubleshooting, case examples, and more.

The National Law Enforcement Center on Animal Abuse was established by the National Sheriffs’ Association to provide law enforcement officers information on the realities of animal abuse and to promote their proactive involvement in the enforcement of animal abuse laws in their communities. Through our partners, the Center will serve as an information clearinghouse and forum for law enforcement on the growing problem of animal abuse and its link to other types of crimes, including violence against humans. The Center also promotes officer safety in officer-dog encounters through continuing education and training.

The National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) was formed in 1978 for the express purpose of assisting its members to perform their duties in a professional manner. We believe only carefully selected and properly trained animal control personnel can correct community problems resulting from irresponsible animal ownership. NACA’s purpose is to preserve the Human/Animal Bond by insisting on responsible animal ownership.