Cruelty & Disasters

Combating cruelty and helping animals in crisis situations—either man-made or natural—are key issues for the ASPCA. Our National Field Response Team and Anti-Cruelty Group share their learnings with you, from disaster response training and evacuation plans to sample documents for cruelty cases.

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Research

Insights and Resources on Improved Access to Grooming for Overall Animal Health

New research suggests education and access to grooming supplies can reduce negative pet health consequences of insufficient grooming care by identifying the communities' needs.

Research

Factors Affecting Reporting and Recognizing Animal Cruelty by US Veterinary Professionals

ASPCA research suggests providing veterinary professionals with training on recognizing animal abuse and providing workplace policies on responding to suspected cruelty increases the likelihood they will notify authorities.

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Customizable Emergency Response Plan for Animal Shelters

Download this disaster planning template and prepare to keep your animals and the people who care for them safe during any emergency.

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Research

Differentiating Between Spontaneous and Organized Dogfighting Injuries

Learn the difference between injuries sustained from organized dogfighting and those sustained in spontaneous fights among pets.

full color infographic showing the results of the ASPCA's disaster preparedness survey

News

ASPCA Survey Shows 83% of Pet Owners Are Impacted by Disasters, Fewer Than Half Have Preparedness Plans

New survey data released by the ASPCA underscores the importance of planning for pets ahead of disasters such as flooding, winter storms, tornadoes, and wildfires.

News

Veterinary Professionals Can Help Stop Inhumane Ventilation Shutdown (VSD+) on Farms

Learn how veterinary professionals can help prevent the inhumane depopulation of farm animals using ventilation shutdown methods (VSD+) during the COVID-19 outbreak.

ASPCA NCARE Emergency Checklist

This fillable checklist will help get you prepared for disaster.

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Cruelty & Disasters

Featured Tools & Tips

Insights and Resources on Improved Access to Grooming for Overall Animal Health

Factors Affecting Reporting and Recognizing Animal Cruelty by US Veterinary Professionals

Customizable Emergency Response Plan for Animal Shelters

Differentiating Between Spontaneous and Organized Dogfighting Injuries

Latest News

ASPCA Survey Shows 83% of Pet Owners Are Impacted by Disasters, Fewer Than Half Have Preparedness Plans

Veterinary Professionals Can Help Stop Inhumane Ventilation Shutdown (VSD+) on Farms

ASPCA NCARE Emergency Checklist