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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.

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.

Veterinary Forensics Expertise Builds Stronger Cruelty Cases

The ASPCA is well-known for assisting law enforcement with suspected cases of animal abuse, bringing animals to safety, and ensuring they find loving homes. But that’s only part of the work.

Help Communities Address Abuse That Spans Animal, Human Victims

This practical toolkit can help communities start a coalition to address the relationship of animal and human violence.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Resources for Cruelty Investigations

When investigation into cruelty cases is needed, our tools can help you identify needs, accurately record information and move to a successful prosecution.

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