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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.

Research on Fee-Waived Animal Adoptions

Thinking about offering free adoptions? Research confirms that fee-waived cats are just as loved as ones with a price tag.

Research Comparing Costs of Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) and Euthanasia

Learn about the relative costs of trap-euthanize vs trap-neuter-return and when they can decrease the population of community cats!

Animal Cruelty Research

Learn about the ASPCA’s groundbreaking research on dogfighting, animal cruelty, and animal neglect.

Animal Shelter-Related Research

Animal welfare professionals serving dogs, cats, and horses can use this data-backed information to enhance fostering, adoption, relocation, and other programs.

Animal Behavior Research

These studies will help you manage common dog and cat behavioral concerns. Use the research takeaways to improve animal welfare in your community.

Research on Access to Veterinary Care

Discover research that helps keep people and pets together by increasing access to veterinary care through low-cost veterinary clinics and more treatment options for pets in need.

Common and Not-So-Common Valentine’s Day Toxicities for Pets

Read through the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center’s list of common and not-so-common Valentine’s Day toxicities.

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.

Understanding and Insights from Research of Lower Income Veterinary Clients’ Perceptions Related to Their Pets’ Quality of Life

Learn how low-income, Spanish- and English-speaking veterinary clients perceived their pets’ quality of life compared to other studies with more affluent pet owners.