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Retention of Pet ID Tags and Outcomes for Lost Pets

If shelters provide ID tags and put them on adopted or found animals, the likelihood immediately improves that those pets, if lost, will return home.

ASPCA Vet Direct Safety Net Program Researches Increased Welfare, Retention of Owned Horses

Learn how Vet Direct, a program of the ASPCA Equine Welfare department, can provide basic care for owned horses with the help of local veterinarians.

Strengthening Pet Retention Through Safety Net Programs

Resources to help keep pets safe at home through supportive services.

ASPCA Research Index

Scan a complete list of all ASPCA research currently published on ASPCApro covering veterinary, cruelty, behavior, sheltering topics, and more.

2025 ASPCA Research Grants

ASPCA research grants develop cutting-edge knowledge in animal welfare. Learn more about this year's opportunities.

ASPCA Research-Related Grants

Review and apply for ASPCA research-related grants to improve animal welfare. Get notified when new grant opportunities become available.

ASPCA AAWA Research Forum

Research Forum is a signature virtual event that brings animal welfare professionals and researchers into a unique space to discuss cutting-edge research that can change animals’ lives.

Recent Research by the ASPCA®

ASPCA research studies offer timely insights into how pets shape family and community wellbeing, the realities of animal cruelty intervention in urban settings, and the most urgent questions we must answer to improve access to veterinary care.

2024 ASPCA Research Grants

ASPCA research grants develop cutting-edge knowledge in animal welfare. We fund high-quality research across a variety of disciplines and methods. Learn more and apply.

Using Tags to Track Dogs During a Transport

This Florida agency designed a clever tracking system for dogs using simple clip-on tags.