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
AHPC Study Finds Veterinary Communication Shapes Pet Caregivers’ End-of-Life Experiences
A study published in Human-Animal Interactions by Lori Kogan, PhD, AHPC co-director, and Kathleen Cooney,…
New AHPC Study Highlights Widespread Client Aggression Toward Veterinarians
A new study published in the American Journal of Veterinary Research by AHPC Co- Director…
Peer-reviewed AHPC Study Highlights the Power of Misleading “Ballot Box Biology” Narratives
A new study published in the journal Conservation Science and Practice by researchers at the Animal Human Policy…
Introducing the AHPC Podcast
Our podcast series explores critical topics in animal welfare and animal human relations.
Research topics
Browse research topics related to specific areas
Farmed Animal Welfare
Keeping People and Pets Together
Animal Cruelty and Neglect
Humane Wildlife Management
National Public Survey
Companion Animal Welfare
Latest News
AHPC Studies Inform Foie Gras Ban in Portland and Debates in Washington, D.C.
AHPC studies on foie gras have been featured in several…
AHPC Co-director Appointed to Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission
From CSU SOURCE: “Gov. Jared Polis appointed Rebecca Niemiec, associate…
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.
Events
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