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"A Companion Animal is any animal
that shares a living environment
and relationship with humans”
“The term ‘companion animal’ is an all-encompassing phraseology given to an entire spectrum of animals with whom interaction and/or companionship is enjoyed by humans, and where a responsible guardianship is established and accepted for their welfare by humans. Where it is accepted that this degree of ‘companionship’ will vary by species, the expression ‘companion animal’ acknowledges the important role all such animals play in our society.”
NZCAC
The New Zealand Companion Animal Council (NZCAC) was established in February 1996 to be a forum that will facilitate the achievement of a harmonious relationship between companion animals, people and the environment. As a result the New Zealand Companion Animal Council has since become a respected national organisation representing the amalgam of a diverse range of animal groups.
LATEST NEWS
How can you help? Online applications are now accepted for membership of the NZ Companion Animal Council. Because the success of the NZCAC is fully dependent on the participation of the widest possible representation of individuals or organizations involved in animal welfare, membership to the Council has been structured to be within easy reach of anyone interested in progressing the principles extrapolated by the NZ Companion Animal Council.
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Do you know someone who deserves recognition? Each year at its annual conference the NZCAC formerly presents its Assisi Awards in ’recognition of outstanding service to animals’ to individuals who have contributed to the welfare of animals, whether in New Zealand or on the International scene. Nominations for these awards are now being sought for 2010 and are welcomed from all sectors of the community. Nominations should be submitted by 31st May 20010 and nomination forms are available for downloading.
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Conference news: The 2010 NZ Companion Animal Conference will be held at the Crowne Plaza in Christchurch on the 4-5th October. Click here for full details and conference registration. For the full report of the 2009 conference click here
The New Zealand Companion Animal Council Inc gratefully acknowledges the support of its’ sponsors. For further sponsorship enquiries click here
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