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Animal Care Emergency Programs (ACEP)

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Animal Care Emergency Programs envisions a nation working together to protect the public through ensuring the safety and well-being of animals during disasters.  Supporting animal safety and well-being during disasters is a significant factor in ensuring the safety and well-being of people.

Animal Care’s Emergency Programs

  • Provides national leadership on the safety and well-being of pets during disasters.
  • Promotes effective planning at the local, state, tribal and national level.
  • Delivers training in the management of pets during disasters.
  • Mobilizes highly trained AC personnel to provide technical assistance, resource management, and response
  • Provides contingency planning guidance to facilities regulated under the AWA.

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Program Managers

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If you have any questions about USDA Animal Care Emergency Programs, please contact:

Dr. Kay Carter-Corker, APHIS Eastern Region
kay.a.carter-corker@aphis.usda.gov

Dr. Kevin Dennison, APHIS Western Region
kevin.m.dennison@aphis.usda.gov 

Dr. Jeanie Lin, Headquarters
jeanie.lin@aphis.usda.gov 

 

 

 

 

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Last Modified: July 7, 2009