Her research, teaching and extension efforts focus on the interactions between animal behavior, cognition and well-being, the effects of rearing environments and enrichment on animal behavior and welfare, the ethical implications of animal care and use decisions, and public perceptions of animal agriculture. National Geographic, as well as the BBC and their affiliates, have featured her research on farm animal cognition. In addition, Dr. Croney serves as a scientific advisor on animal welfare to several groups, including American Humane Association, National Pork Board, National Pork Producers Council, Bob Evans Farms, Michael Foods, P & G Inc., Target and Center for Food Integrity’s Animal Care Review Panel.