[4] McGlone is known for his research and contributions in (a) the use of pheromones to alter farm animal and companion animal behavior,[5][6] (b) the welfare of transport in pigs, (c) housing and care of sows (adult pigs),[7] and (d) sustainable pork production systems.
[8] McGlone has published over 150 original refereed publications including papers, book chapters, abstracts and technical reports.
He has been invited to speak in the US, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Australia on animal behavior, welfare, and management.
He started a company, Farm Animal Care Training and Auditing, which was sold to Frost[clarification needed] in 2012.
John J. McGlone co-authored a book with Pond, Wilson G titled Pig Production: Biological Principles and Applications[11] (ISBN 9780827384842).