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3 Tips for Setting Up a Temporary Shelter

In the event of a disaster or large-scale seizure in your community, follow these three tips from the ASPCA’s Field Investigations and Response Team (FIR).

Sample Plans for Evacuation and Sheltering

These three sample plans can be adapted for your needs to help you prepare for animal emergencies, including evacuations and temporary sheltering.

Are Breed-Specific Laws Effective?

How best to deal with dangerous and potentially dangerous dogs can be a confusing and touchy issue.

8 Tips for Effectively Communicating During a Crisis

Learn tips to engage the community during urgent and crisis situations when your animals (and staff) need it most.

Anti-Cruelty Group Forensic Services

Veterinarians, animal behaviorists, legal experts, and others who specialize in helping animals involved in serious crimes.

Disaster Response Training

Check out these online and in-person trainings to prepare you for emergency and disaster situations.

3 Tips for Intake and Operations at a Temporary Shelter

Managing a temporary shelter can be an overwhelming task. Follow these three tips from the ASPCA’s Field Investigations and Response Team (FIR)

Veterinary Forensic Sciences at the ASPCA

The ASPCA Veterinary Forensic Services team supports both animal cruelty victims and animals involved in serious attacks on people. Additionally, the ASPCA provides training opportunities for veterinarians interested in animal forensics.

Helpful Links for Disaster Planning

Websites with excellent information and resources for those planning for or otherwise involved in the care of animals in disaster.

2024 ASPCA Hurricane Response & Relief Grants Initiative

To support animals and communities impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the ASPCA is offering $1 million in grants to cover expenses of animal welfare and other organizations supporting disaster response and relief.

Join The Rescue Effect