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ASPCA Learning Lab

The ASPCA Learning Lab’s mission is to elevate behavioral healthcare for dogs and cats in animal shelters by providing free online and in-person training to staff and volunteers.

ASPCA NYC Forensic Sciences Externship

Apply for the NYC Forensic Sciences Externship and observe intake of all cases, live forensic evaluations, and forensic necropsies. Located in New York, NY

ASPCA Shelter Medicine Practitioner Pathway Mentorship for ABVP Board Certification

The ASPCA is thrilled to launch a mentorship program to support veterinarians working toward ABVP Shelter Medicine Practice (SMP) certification via the Practitioner Pathway.

Feline Spectrum Assessment

Feline Spectrum Assessment (FSA) is a standardized and simple four-step process for assessing incoming cats that grew out of the ASPCA’s “Is This Cat Feral?” research.

Meet Your Match Pet Adoption Program

Meet Your Match is a research-based adoptions program proven to increase adoptions and decrease returns. Learn about Canine- and Feline-ality

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.

2025 ASPCA Research Grants

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

Adoption Ambassadors FAQ

Here are some of the most common questions we receive about the Adoption Ambassadors program.

Selecting Healthy, Compatible Cats for Communal Rooms

Along with healthy cats, a successful communal group requires compatible (or, at least, not incompatible) cats. Here's how to find them.

Animal Shelter Essential Resources

Access back-to-basics essential tools and content to train animal shelter staff and share best practices from animal care and health to community engagement, behavior, and more.

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