Search Search Search You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Topic (-) Cruelty & Disasters Disaster Preparedness & Response Animal Cruelty Investigations Animal Fighting Shelter Medicine Programs & Services Intake & Preventive Care Population Management Programs & Operations Managing People Resources Keeping Pets in Homes Grants Active FiltersCruelty & Disasters Group 9 Clear All How Animal Shelters and Clinics Can Prepare for Hurricanes September marks the height of hurricane season - prepare for the worst with the best resources, including a downloadable pet disaster poster! 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. Top 10 Tips for Effective Animal Shelter Employee Recognition & Appreciation Learn how to integrate staff recognition into your operations to show appreciation for your staff’s commitment and improve engagement and retention. Disaster Response These resources can help you prepare for and mobilize during times of crisis, whether natural or man-made. Animal Cruelty Research Learn about the ASPCA’s groundbreaking research on dogfighting, animal cruelty, and animal neglect. 2025 ASPCA California Wildfire & Disaster Preparedness Fund $5 million in grants are available in the ASPCA California Wildfire & Disaster Preparedness Fund for animal welfare organizations. ASPCA Comprehensive Animal Cruelty Response Training The ASPCA offers animal cruelty response trainings for law enforcement officers, prosecutors, veterinarians, and rescue and sheltering organizations. Learn more and request a training. Animal Shelter Disaster Response Resources We’ve compiled a list of essential resources to help animal shelter staff navigate the immediate challenges following a natural disaster. Organized Dogfighting and Canine Babesiosis Discover the high-level results of an ASPCA study on canine Babesia gibsoni infections and dogfighting, including takeaways for veterinarians and other animal welfare professionals. Sample Documents for Cruelty Cases These documents can help you collect and document the evidence in an animal cruelty case that will be needed for a successful prosecution. Pagination Previous page ‹ previous Page 1 Current page 2 Page 3 Next page next ›