Search Search Search Topic Cruelty & Disasters Disaster Preparedness & Response (-) Animal Cruelty Investigations Animal Fighting Adoption & Placement Foster Care Active FiltersAnimal Cruelty Investigations Group 9 Clear All Dog Saved from Hoarding Case Goes Home for the Holidays Read about a happy ending for Harley, a dog seized in a 2019 hoarding case, thanks to a doting foster parent. 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. Animal Cruelty Research Learn about the ASPCA’s groundbreaking research on dogfighting, animal cruelty, and animal neglect. Differentiating Between Spontaneous and Organized Dogfighting Injuries Learn the difference between injuries sustained from organized dogfighting and those sustained in spontaneous fights among pets. Are Breed-Specific Laws Effective? How best to deal with dangerous and potentially dangerous dogs can be a confusing and touchy issue. 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. ASPCA Anti-Cruelty Behavior Team The ASPCA works with both the victims of animal cruelty cases and the animal perpetrators of serious attacks against people. Happy Tails: Pesto's Journey Home Find out how an ASPCA rescue operation and a program that lets inmates help train dogs gave Pesto a happy new life. 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.