The best way to keep yourself and your family—both people and animals—safe when disaster strikes is to have a good disaster plan. We can help you get ready in case of an emergency.
No matter what the specifics of your plan are, follow this basic safety rule: If you are told to evacuate, leave immediately and take your animals. If it's not safe for you, it's not safe for them.
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News
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June 26, 2014
House Resolution in Support of Wildlife Rehabilitation Centers Praised
The Humane Society of the United States praised the introduction of a Congressional resolution recognizing the important role experienced and accredited wildlife rehabilitation centers play in caring for native wildlife in communities across the country.
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June 20, 2014
All in a Day's Work: HSUS State Directors Serve on the Front Lines of Animal Protection
They serve on the front lines of animal protection, lobbying legislators, assisting rescues, helping shelters and so much more. They’re the HSUS state directors: the first point of contact and often the last hope for animals in need.
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June 20, 2014
Racing to Save Desert Tortoises: The HSUS Helps Find Homes for Special-Needs Reptiles
The HSUS helps place special-needs animals as Nevada's Desert Tortoise Conservation Center prepares to close.
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June 20, 2014
Where Are They Now? Catching Up With a Few Animals Whose Plights, Flights and Remarkable Spirits Touched Our Hearts
Meet nine animals rescued by The HSUS who have found their way home from desperate situations.
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March 21, 2014
Nearly 50 Dogs Rescued from Suspected Faison, N.C. Puppy Mill
More than 50 dogs were rescued from a suspected Duplin County, N.C., puppy mill. Duplin County Animal Control became concerned about the welfare of the dogs after they responded to a complaint and found the animals living in filth and suffering from a lack of basic care. The Humane Society of the United States, Duplin County Animal Shelter, Pet Friends of Duplin County and the SPCA of Wake County assisted with the rescue and removal of the dogs.
