Bringing social science to animal protection
We synthesize socio-ecological information and bring diverse perspectives together to help policymakers and government agencies improve the lives of animals and people.
Our work supports companion animals, farmed animals, and wildlife.
Research highlights
New Peer-Reviewed Study Finds Animal Welfare and Quality Debriefings Are Key to Job Fulfillment and Reduced Burnout Among Laboratory Animal Professionals
A new study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association by researchers at the Animal Human…
New Peer-Reviewed Study Finds Widespread Public Support—and Pluralistic Ignorance—Regarding Animal Protection in the United States
A new study published in Human–Animal Interactions and led by researchers from Colorado State University’s…
AHPC Study Identifies What Works—and What’s Needed—to Address Animal Cruelty Nationwide
A new study from researchers at Colorado State University’s Animal-Human Policy Center examines what helps—and…
Introducing the AHPC Podcast
Our podcast series explores critical topics in animal welfare and animal human relations.
Research topics
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Farmed Animal Welfare
Keeping People and Pets Together
Animal Cruelty and Neglect
Humane Wildlife Management
National Public Survey
Companion Animal Welfare
Services and Approach
Policy Briefs
We bring together experts to synthesize data and analyze policies relevant to animal-human issues.
Coordination
We help improve the decision-making processes among diverse stakeholders, scientists, agencies, and policy-makers.
Original Research
We conduct short and long-term studies on public/stakeholder perspectives, policy impacts, and other social factors.
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