Search Search Search You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Topic Shelter Medicine (-) Cruelty & Disasters Disaster Preparedness & Response Animal Cruelty Investigations Animal Fighting Active FiltersCruelty & Disasters Group 9 Clear All 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). Veterinary Resources for Recognizing and Reporting Animal Cruelty and Neglect Veterinary professionals can use these downloads to learn more about detecting and reporting animal cruelty and neglect in their practice. 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. 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. Are Breed-Specific Laws Effective? How best to deal with dangerous and potentially dangerous dogs can be a confusing and touchy issue. Most Commonly Used Emergency & Disaster Acronyms Disaster acronyms got you confused? Use our handy glossary to help you decipher what a JITT and a JFO are.