Animal Behavior Research

With numerous direct-care programs across the country, including the ASPCA Behavioral Rehabilitation Center, ASPCA Adoption Center, and ASPCA Cruelty Recover Center, the ASPCA has many opportunities to study behavior. From learning more about resource guarding in dogs to assessing shy and fearful cats, the studies provide helpful takeaways for shelters and rescues. The ASPCA also partners with other animal welfare organizations to study behaviors that may prolong adoption, resulting in strategies to improve animal outcomes.