Who We Are

Animal Control Officers Ltd (ACO) is a nationwide provider of professional dog handlers for warrants, evictions and property repossessions.

Our team is made up of experienced dog handlers – many from police, military, security and enforcement backgrounds – supported by welfare training and clear procedures.

We exist to protect both people and animals in situations that can quickly become stressful, such as utility warrants, property repossessions, and enforcement visits.

We have a nationwide coverage of dog handlers enabling us to cover most parts of the UK including, Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Hampshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Lancashire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Yorkshire, Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Essex, Middlesex, Oxfordshire, Suffolk, Norfolk, Leicestershire, Cheshire, Durham, Northumberland, Cumberland, Monmouthshire, Glamorgan, Carmarthenshire, Inverness, Ayrshire, Fife, Lanarkshire, Dumfriesshire.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide a trusted, professional dog handling services across the UK, ensuring the highest standards of care, training, and safety for every dog and client we serve. We are committed to promoting animal welfare, and maintaining excellence through a network of skilled and dedicated handlers.

Our Goals

To increase the brand awareness of Animal Control Officers – Enhance public recognition and understanding of the role and value of Animal Control Officers.

To expand our customer base into new sectors – Identifying and pursue opportunities in different sectors to broaden our service offerings and diversify our client portfolio.

To expand into new markets – Strategically expand into new areas and partnerships.

Our Dog Handlers

Our National Network of Professional Dog Handlers.

  • Over 80 + dog handlers across the UK.
  • Committed to delivering excellent service standards.

Key Credentials & Standards:

  • Handlers come from diverse industry backgrounds including security, police, military and animal behaviourists.
  • Our handlers have a vast skill base having dealt with dangerous dogs in high risk environments.
  • Nationwide coverage across the UK in England, Scotland & Wales.
  • All handlers are DBS-checked or SIA licensed.
  • Each handler holds their own Public Liability Insurance (PLI).
  • Compliant with government animal welfare standards.
  • Equipped with full PPE appropriate for each job.
  • Comprehensive risk assessments conducted before entering any property.
  • All incidents and activities reported via our dedicated app.