For the past 15 years, the Professional Animal Care & Training Association (formerly Vancouver Island Animal Training Association) has remained committed to a clear and unwavering vision: 

To promote reward-based, humane animal care and training

All Professional Members uphold the PACTA BC Mission and Code of Ethics, prioritizing the following:

•     The welfare of every animal in their professional care
•     The positive quality of the relationship between client and animal
•     The exclusive use and advocacy of humane, reward-based methods in companion animal training and handling

We are dedicated to fostering cooperation, trust, and respect between people and companion animals. 

In alignment with our core values, we firmly believe that no animal care or training scenario justifies the use of methods or tools that intentionally cause fear, panic, stress, or pain.