Research

The ASPCA leads important studies of its direct-care and community-based programs and collaborates with partner agencies on assessing lifesaving models nationwide. An important part of this research effort is sharing results with the larger animal welfare field to improve the lives of animals and the people who care for them. You can find the latest data-backed research on topics ranging from animal shelter best practices to behavior to animal cruelty.

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Research on Access to Veterinary Care

Discover research that helps keep people and pets together by increasing access to veterinary care through low-cost veterinary clinics and more treatment options for pets in need.

Animal Behavior Research

These studies will help you manage common dog and cat behavioral concerns. Use the research takeaways to improve animal welfare in your community.

Animal Cruelty Research

Learn about the ASPCA’s groundbreaking research on dogfighting, animal cruelty, and animal neglect.

Animal Shelter-Related Research

Animal welfare professionals serving dogs, cats, and horses can use this data-backed information to enhance fostering, adoption, relocation, and other programs.