Georgia Animal Control Association - Catering to the training needs of ACOs
About Us
What is GACA?
- The Georgia Animal Control Association (GACA) was established with a precise mission: to provide unwavering support to Animal Control, Animal Shelter, and Animal Welfare personnel, enabling them to carry out their duties with the utmost professionalism. GACA firmly believes that the resolution of community issues stemming from irresponsible animal ownership hinges on the careful selection and comprehensive training of animal control professionals.
Mission:
GACA is dedicated to setting the highest standards of professionalism in the realm of animal welfare. Through a strategic focus on education, training, networking, and advocacy, we aim to elevate the capabilities of those working in this vital field.
Vision:
Our vision for GACA is one where every animal care and control professional is revered as an indispensable public servant. We envision consistent provisions of support, resources, and training that empower these individuals to compassionately and effectively improve the quality of life for both animals and community members within their service areas.
Values:
At the core of the Georgia Animal Control Association lie foundational values:
- Professionalism
- Dedication
- Leadership
- Integrity
- Diversity
- Accessibility
- Compassion
These values serve as the guiding principles that underpin our commitment to fostering excellence in animal care and control practices statewide.
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President's Corner
Community Partners Unite to Save and Release Injured Bald Eagle
As President of the Georgia Animal Control Association, it is a rare and proud moment to contribute to the preservation of a national treasure: the American bald eagle.
Recently, a bald eagle was found sick, flightless, and near death. Our team provided full care and assistance, alongside the Cook County Sheriff's Office, transporting the bird to Quailwood Animal Hospital in Tifton, Georgia, where expert veterinary staff stabilized and treated the majestic bird. Through a coordinated collaborative effort alongside the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the eagle was successfully nursed back to health, culminating in a ceremonial release back into the wild.
I cannot fully express how deeply honored I was to be part of such an exceptional and rare occasion. This successful rehabilitation serves as a powerful reminder of the vital importance of wildlife conservation and our collective responsibility to protect our nation's precious natural heritage.
Regenia Wells,
President, GACA
