Our
Mission
The State Humane
Association of California is a non-profit membership
association of humane societies and SPCAs. We
offer assistance to member associations through
education, training, and legislation to promote the
inherent value of animals through the elimination of
cruelty, neglect, and exploitation.
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Upcoming Courses
Animal Law Enforcement Training Academy (Basic)
San Diego Humane Society and SPCA: September 27 - October 8, 2010 (Registration and More Details)
The Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy includes 80 hours (ten days) of study on such topics as animal care, impound procedures, animal fighting, elements of a crime, investigation, rules of evidence, law enforcement, report writing, search and seizure, laws of arrest, the veterinarian‘s role, legal procedures, court demeanor and testifying, civil and criminal liability, humane laws, and child abuse. The Academy is intended to provide the 20 hours of training in animal care required for appointment as a humane officer and the 40 hours of training in California humane laws related to the powers and duties of a humane officer required for appointment and reappointment as a humane officer under California Corporations Code section 14502. Please note that the final decision as to whether a course satisfies the training requirements for humane officer appointment/reappointment rests with the superior court charged with confirming the appointment/reappointment.
Animal Care Conference 2011
Each year, SHAC joins forces with the California Animal Control Directors Association (CACDA) and the California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) to host the California Animal Care Conference. The Conference features tracks on Shelter Medicine, Management, Behavior & Training, Shelter Services, and Field Services.
Animal Care Conference 2011 will be held at the Hyatt Regency Sacramento, February 27-March 1, 2011. Click here to register and for more information.
