The HSUS's Animal Rescue Team works with law enforcement to investigate illegal animal cruelty, targeting the worst cases of animal abuse nationwide. Every year we rescue thousands of animals from puppy mills, animal fighting operations, hoarders, and other situations where animals suffer from life-threatening cruelty. We also provide expert animal rescue response at natural disasters.
Tennessee Walking Horses Rescued From Abuse
The HSUS helped authorities rescue 19 horses who may have been subjected to cruel “soring” from a Maryville, Tenn., barn. Soring is the application of caustic chemicals and painful devices to the hooves and legs of horses to produce an artificial high-stepping gait.
Animal Rescue Team Resources
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Recent Videos, Photos & Updates
Meet animals helped by the HSUS Animal Rescue Team across the country. Watch, Read, Listen
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How You Can
Help
Learn how you can respond to animal cruelty when you see it. How to Report Animal CrueltyAnimal Fighting Hotline
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Law Enforcement Resources
The HSUS has a long history of working with prosecutors, judges and law enforcement in achieving effective results in animal cruelty cases. Learn More
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Meet Our
Expert Staff
The HSUS Animal Rescue Team specializes in animal rescue, disaster response, animal fighting, cruelty case work and more. Learn More
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End Animal Cruelty and Fighting Campaign
Help us to pass laws to protect animals from cruelty and bolster prosecution of animal cruelty cases. Learn More
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Contact Us
If you have witnessed cruelty and haven't succeeded in getting local authorities to respond, we may be able to help. Contact Us
News
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May 20, 2013
Tips for Keeping Your Pets Safe During Warm Weather
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May 20, 2013
Residents in the Path of Severe Weather Urged to Include Pets in Disaster Plans
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May 20, 2013
Consejos para asegurar el bienestar de sus mascotas este verano
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May 20, 2013
104 Dogs Rescued from Mississippi Puppy Mill
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May 14, 2013
USDA Revokes License of Mississippi Roadside Zoo
