International Society for Animal Forensic Sciences
The International Society for Animal Forensic Sciences advocates for the advancement and excellence of investigations involving crimes against animals.
Founded for science and advocacy
ISAFS serves as a catalyst for investigators, animal control officers, law enforcement, veterinary personnel, attorneys, and animal forensic scientists involved in animal cruelty and neglect investigations.
Welcome to ISAFS
The International Society for Animal Forensic Sciences was founded to advocate for the advancement and excellence in investigations involving crimes against animals.
The Association will serve as a catalyst for investigators, animal control officers, law enforcement, veterinary personnel, and attorneys to access animal forensic scientists who can assist with animal cruelty and neglect investigations.
The executive board and global representatives are leaders in their respective fields of animal forensic science and are sought out by the public, media, and governments for their expertise and knowledge.
Scientific Purpose
The association provides a professional place to exchange ideas, serve as mentors, enhance investigations, and support the advancement of animal forensic sciences through education and collaboration.
Mission in Action
ISAFS brings together expertise from science, veterinary medicine, investigation, law enforcement, animal control, and the legal community to support stronger, more informed work in cases involving crimes against animals.
Connecting investigators, law enforcement, animal control officers, attorneys, and veterinary personnel with animal forensic scientists who can assist with casework.
Advocating for the advancement and excellence of investigations involving crimes against animals through scientific and educational work.
Serving as a professional network where forensic scientists, investigators, veterinarians, and attorneys can exchange ideas and serve as mentors.
News & Education
The next Animal ForensiCon is scheduled for May 6–8, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. The conference brings together professionals involved in animal forensic investigations, law, veterinary forensics, and related disciplines.
Conference InformationISAFS hosts virtual Coffee Talks for members. Sessions are scheduled in Eastern Time and recordings are posted on the member page.
Membership InformationISAFS shares training and webinar opportunities that support stronger investigations, charging decisions, and prosecutions in cases involving crimes against animals.
View TrainingISAFS membership connects professionals interested in animal forensic investigation, scientific standards, education, mentorship, and collaboration.
Who ISAFS Serves
The association exists to exchange ideas, serve as mentors, and enhance investigations involving crimes against animals.
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