There is a lot of overlap between the roles of police officers and Sheriff’s deputies, who are expected to be masters in all things related to public safety and law enforcement, and animal control and humane officers, who are expected to be masters in all things animal-related.  That overlap is increasing as pets become our children.  We share two common goals: safety for all—people and animals alike; and successful prosecution of those who endanger that safety.  We need to reduce our insular thinking and include each other in our respective viewpoints, priorities and methods.   This webinar will help bridge the gap and start a conversation between these two branches of law enforcement so we can better support each other, ensure more successful operations on both sides, help prosecutors do their job, and reduce everyone’s workload.

This session will cover:

• Roles of police/deputies in animal-related incidents
• Roles of animal control/humane officers in law enforcement
• Sources of authority of police/deputies and of animal control/humane officers, and how they differ
• Recognizing the gaps in training/expertise in both fields
• Common goals and ways to achieve them
• Benefits of working together

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Date/Time by Timezone

Thu, Mar 9th, 2023 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM ET
Thu, Mar 9th, 2023 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM CT
Thu, Mar 9th, 2023 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM MT
Thu, Mar 9th, 2023 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM PT

This webinar has been certified by the National Animal Care & Control Association and is approved for 1 Continuing Education Unit. Please refer to your NACA membership portal for current CEU submission process. Current NACA Members who attend the live presentation or watch the recording will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Animal Care & Control Association logo. Visit the NACA training page for a complete list of future trainings.