The PACCC Insider
Elevating Standards in Professional Animal Care
Fall 2026 Edition
Welcome to the Fall 2026 PACCC Insider, just in time for Halloween! We’re excited to welcome you to our new online home and share the latest from our PACCC community. Grab your favorite fall treat and take a look around!
In This Issue:
- Our Brand New PACCC Website
- PACCC in the Media
- December Recertification Reminder
- 2027 Exam Dates and Updated Pricing
- Connect With PACCC
- Upcoming Webinars and CEU Opportunities
- Partner Spotlight: Rescue
Our Brand New Website Is LIVE!
Our brand new website has been a long time in the making, and we’re excited to finally share it, PACCC’s new website is officially LIVE! The redesigned site makes it easier to:
- Explore our three certification levels
- Find exam dates and application deadlines
- Access educational resources and recertification information
- Visit the PACCC member portal
- Search our certified professional directory
Whether you’re pursuing your first certification or maintaining your current credential, we invite you to explore the new site! A special thank you to NEHMedia for bringing our vision to life and supporting us throughout this process.
PACCC in the Media
PACCC on the Live Oak Podcast
Out PACCC Chair, Jennifer van Garderen, CPACO, shared her insights on Bark & Borrow, Live Oak Bank’s educational podcast about the business side of pet care!
Jennifer explores how the industry is changing, from staff training and daily operations to business growth and financial decisions. We’re grateful for her leadership at PACCC and her commitment to helping our industry grow!
Featured in Pet Boarding & Daycare
Jennifer Wolf-Pierson, CPACO, also shared her expertise in Pet Boarding & Daycare magazine!
Her article, “Leader vs. Manager (And Why Your Pet Care Facility Needs Both),” explores how leadership inspires and supports teams while management provides the structure and accountability behind consistent care. We’re grateful for her contributions to PACCC and the pet care industry!
Don’t Let Your Certification Ghost You!
If your PACCC certification expires in December, you must submit your recertification materials in November—at least 30 days before your expiration date.
Don’t let the deadline sneak up on you! Gather your CEU records and documentation, then follow the steps in the infographic below. Click the infographic for more information on how to recertify and maintain your PACCC certification.
Make 2027 Your Year to Get Certified
Ready to take the next step for yourself or your team? Mark your calendar for our 2027 testing windows and plan ahead for the application deadlines.
Spring 2027
May 8–15, 2027
Apply by April 7, 2027
Fall 2027
November 6–20, 2027
Apply by October 6, 2027
Pricing Update
Beginning in 2027, PACCC exam fees will increase to help cover the costs of maintaining and administering our independent certification exams. As you plan your certification journey for 2027, the updated pricing will be:
- CPACP - Provider: $397
- CPACM - Manager: $497
- CPACO - Operator: $597
Invest in your professional growth and take the next step toward PACCC certification!
Connect With PACCC
We’re looking forward to connecting with pet care professionals at these upcoming industry events! Stop by to meet the team, ask certification questions, or simply say hello.
- Pet Boarding & Daycare Expo EAST
- November 3rd-6th, 2026 - Hershey, Pennsylvania
- ODD Ball (Owners of Dog Daycares)
- January 24th-28th - Albuquerque, New Mexico
Learning Opportunities Worth Howling About
We’re wrapping up the year with more opportunities to learn and grow!
Watch your inbox and PACCC’s social media for registration information and updates.
October 2026 - Dr. Michelle Chang
Join Dr. Michelle Chang, DVM, MPH, on October 28 at 2 PM Pacific / 4 PM Central / 5 PM Eastern for a webinar focused on Leptospirosis 101 - What You Should Know.
November 2026 - Time to Pet
We’re teaming up with Time to Pet for a November webinar! The topic, date, and registration details will be shared as soon as they’re finalized.
December 2026 - Jamie Engerdahl
Join Jamie Engerdahl for a webinar focused on barking management. Watch for the date, session details, and registration announcement!
Partner Spotlight
Meet Rescue: Powerful Protection Your Boarding Facility Can Trust
Trusted by thousands of veterinary and animal care professionals, Rescue is proven to kill some of the toughest pathogens your furry friends face, including those responsible for kennel cough and parvo.
Despite its powerful deep cleaning and disinfection abilities, Rescue is formulated to be gentler around the animals, staff, and shared spaces that make up your daily operations. In fact, Rescue is made with biodegradable ingredients and carries the EPA’s lowest toxicity rating in-use.
For busy boarding facilities, time matters. Rescue’s industry-leading contact times mean faster, more effective disinfection so you can deep clean and turn over kennels and runs quickly without cutting corners.
To learn more visit RescueDisinfectants.com.
Thank You for Being Part of PACCC
Thank you to our certified professionals, volunteers, partners, and supporters for helping advance professional animal care AND for your patience as we’ve navigated so many changes throughout 2026!
We’re grateful for your continued support and look forward to staying connected through our new website and upcoming educational opportunities.
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