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Cruelty & Disasters

From cruelty investigation and prosecution to disaster response training to emergency sheltering and evacuation plans, this section is filled with resources.

Shelter Medicine at the ASPCA

The ASPCA’s Shelter Medicine Services (SMS) team works to improve the health and welfare of animals by strengthening shelter medicine programs and expanding access to veterinary care.

Differentiating Between Spontaneous and Organized Dogfighting Injuries

Learn the difference between injuries sustained from organized dogfighting and those sustained in spontaneous fights among pets.

Volunteer Management Tips for Equine Adoption Organizations

Discover tips to recruit, train, and keep volunteers coming back to maximize your organization’s impact on the horses in your care.

Research Shows Why Shelters Should Offer Free Cat Adoptions

Waive fees and adopters will come. The price tag – or lack thereof – doesn’t affect the love or longevity of an adopter’s relationship with a cat.

Paintball Ingestions and Treatment Options

Paintball ingestions are becoming more common, so make sure you know what to watch for and the correct treatment plan for affected animals.

6 Tips for Retaining Foster Families

Want to keep your foster families happy and thriving? These six tips can help you meet their needs and ensure your foster program's success.

ASPCA Survey Shows 83% of Pet Owners Are Impacted by Disasters, Fewer Than Half Have Preparedness Plans

New survey data released by the ASPCA underscores the importance of planning for pets ahead of disasters such as flooding, winter storms, tornadoes, and wildfires.

Handling Cats Who Display Overt Aggression

Learn how to handle aggressive feline behaviors with the Feline-ality Interactive Glossary and a guide to recognizing cat body postures.

How to Treat Chocolate Ingestion in Dogs

ASPCA Poison Control explains the right treatment plans for various chocolate exposures in dogs and cats.

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