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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.

Dog & Cat Safety Tip Sheets in Case of Disaster

You can help adopters, veterinary clients and the community keep pets safe in case disaster strikes by handing out these one-page cat and dog safety sheets.

ASPCA National Field Response

NFR's primary goal is to remove animals from crisis situations created by natural disasters or by animal cruelty.

Most Commonly Used Emergency & Disaster Acronyms

Disaster acronyms got you confused? Use our handy glossary to help you decipher what a JITT and a JFO are.

How NFR Can Help You

NFR provides expertise to help investigate and prosecute crimes against animals.

National Capabilities for Animal Response in Emergencies (NCARE) Survey Results

Read the groundbreaking ASPCA survey that shows the readiness of U.S. cities and counties to mobilize on behalf of animals in case of disaster.

Animal Shelter and Community Medicine Journals for Publication

Learn about the Journal of Shelter Medicine and Community Animal Health, the only journal focused on shelter and community medicine practice.

Corral Public Support for Horses Through Legislative Action

NCARE Checklist: Rate Your Disaster Readiness

Download the groundbreaking National Capabilities for Animal Response in Emergencies survey and check your organization’s readiness.

2025 ASPCA California Wildfire & Disaster Preparedness Fund

$5 million in grants are available in the ASPCA California Wildfire & Disaster Preparedness Fund for animal welfare organizations.