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ASPCApro: We Do the Research on Sheltering for You

ASPCApro.org provides tools and resources for animal welfare professionals and advocates like you, including public and private animal protection organizations and rescue groups, veterinarians, law enforcement agencies, and emergency responders. We’ve gathered information and knowledge from our experts, along with profiles, sample materials, and inspiration from proven programs in the field, for you to share and use.

Shelter Research and Development

The ASPCA Shelter Research and Development (R&D) department conducts research projects that are focused on improving animal welfare and increasing the live release rate for animals in shelters and communities.

Read about recent research projects here.

Positive Outcomes for At-Risk Animals

We take a progressive approach to helping the country’s at-risk animals. The following ASPCA initiatives and professional services assist animals and animal welfare professionals.

ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center


The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is your 24/7 resource for poison-related emergencies and the latest toxicology research. Learn more.

ASPCA Anti-Cruelty Group

The ASPCA Anti-Cruelty Group protects animals through humane law enforcement in NYC, and through investigative and forensic support in large scale puppy mill, dog fighting and other cruelty cases around the country. In addition, the groups provides legislative advocacy to strengthen laws protecting animals, training workshops, and consultation for agencies in the criminal justice system.  Learn more.

Find resources and sample materials for prosecutors and law enforcement, shelters, and veterinarians on ASPCApro.org.

ASPCA Grants Program


The ASPCA Grants program awarded nearly $5 million to U.S.-based nonprofit animal welfare organizations in 2009. Learn more.   

ASPCA Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics


The ASPCA’s fleet of Spay/Neuter Mobile Clinics offers New York City’s most at-risk animals low-cost spay/neuter surgery.  Learn more.

ASPCA Partnership


The ASPCA invites communities across the United States to partner with us to increase their live release rates, achieving dramatic and measurable results. Consider a partnership with us. Learn more.

ASPCA Virtual Pet Behaviorist


Through the Virtual Pet Behaviorist, our nationally recognized team of animal behaviorists offers possible solutions to a wide range of issues at no charge. Learn more.

Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital


The AAHA-certified Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital in New York City provides specialized and general services to public and shelter animals, including those animals rescued by our Humane Law Enforcement department. Learn more.

Emergency Response and Disaster Preparedness


The ASPCA disaster preparedness team works with state and federal agencies as well as individual sheltering organizations to create plans for animals in times of emergency. Learn more.

Onyx and Breezy Shefts Adoption Center


In New York City, the ASPCA operates a 12,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art adoption facility capable of housing more than 300 cats and dogs. In 2009, the adoption center found new homes for over 3,765 dogs and cats.