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About ACAC
The Australian Companion Animal Council Incorporated is a non profit organisation.
It is the peak body representing pet ownership and the pet industry in Australia.
The purpose of the ACAC is to provide a forum for the pet care industry to promote the benefits of socially responsible companion animal ownership to the wider community.
Membership
- Australian Veterinary Association Ltd (AVA)
- Australian Small Animal Veterinary Association (ASAVA)
- Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC)
- Animal Health Alliance (Australia) Ltd
- Delta Society Australia
- Pet Food Industry Association of Australia (PFIAA)
- Pet Industry Association of Australia (PIAA)
- Petcare Information & Advisory Service Australia Pty Ltd (PIAS)
- Veterinary Manufacturers & Distributors Association (VMDA)
- Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia (VNCA)
Objectives:
- To achieve this purpose the Australian Companion Animal Council will:
- Promote socially responsible pet ownership by endorsing or implementing community education programs and conferences.
- Provide an effective voice against those who oppose socially responsible companion animal ownership.
- Organise, co-ordinate and publicise studies and surveys about companion animal ownership.
- Be a spokesbody for socially responsible companion animal ownership.
- Participate in the legislative process where it affects companion animal ownership.
- Endorse or conduct national events promoting socially responsible companion animal ownership.
- Seek and maintain affiliation and co-operation with national and international organisations with similar objectives.
- The Australian Companion Animal Council Incorporated acknowledges people not wanting to interact with companion animals should be considered.
