Search

Clear All

Policies and Positions of the ASPCA®

Our policies and positions take into consideration an animal's physiological, behavioral, social and emotional needs

Retention of Pet ID Tags and Outcomes for Lost Pets

If shelters provide ID tags and put them on adopted or found animals, the likelihood immediately improves that those pets, if lost, will return home.

New Research Shows Ovarian Pedicle Tie Safe in Feline Spay Surgery

Learn more about spaying female cats with the ovarian pedicle tie (OPT) technique, which can be performed 30% faster than traditional sutures with comparable hemorrhaging risks.

Treating Snake Bites in Pets

Learn about the 4 venomous snakes in the US and the factors that contribute to whether a dog or cat will survive a snakebite, including the location of the bite, the type of snake, the size of the pet, and the length of time before they get medical treatment.

Dangers & Veterinary Treatment Options for Cold & Flu Medications in Pets

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center created this library of cold and flu medication toxicities and treatments.

Research on Oclacitinib Chewable Overdose & Toxicity in Pets

Learn insights from research on oclacitinib chewable overdose in pets.

Teaching a Spectrum of Care in Veterinary School

Discover how The Ohio State Veterinary School incorporates instruction on a continuum of acceptable care that considers available evidence-based medicine while making veterinary care more accessible and affordable.

4 Reasons & 6 Tips to Get Your Nonprofit in Good Legal Standing

Learn why it’s important to get your nonprofit’s legal house in order and six tips to get you started.

Teaching Cats to Ride in Carriers

Share this resource with your cat adopters and foster families to help make trips in carriers less stressful for everyone.

They Did It: Engaging Visitors to Help Prevent URI in Shelter Cats

Prevent URI in cats with this ingenious community engagement and education program from Nevada Humane Society.

Join The Rescue Effect