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The HSUS rescued 17 dogs from an alleged hoarder in Grainger County. Karla Goodson/The HSUS
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The HSUS helped the Cannon County Sheriff's Deparment seize 84 horses from a Bradyville farm. Karla Goodson/The HSUS
Fighting Animal Cruelty
With Tennessee's lack of infrastructure to address animal cruelty, The HSUS has been called in more than any other non profit—nine times in two years—to help local law enforcement. Read the timeline»
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January 25, 2012
The HSUS Applauds the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the USDA for Enforcing the Horse Protection Act
The USDA has sentenced Paul Blackburn for “soring"—deliberately inflicting pain to the feet and legs of Tennessee Walking horses to create an exaggerated gait.
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November 7, 2011
The HSUS Assists Sullivan County (Tenn.) Sheriff’s Department in Dogfighting Investigation
The Humane Society of the United States worked closely with the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Department in the investigation and raid of an alleged dogfighting operation in Kingsport, Tenn.
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October 20, 2011
U.S. Attorney’s Office and U.S. Department of Agriculture Applauded for Strong Enforcement Action Under Horse Protection Act
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August 10, 2011
Working for Change in Tennessee
Over the past several years, The HSUS has focused its efforts against animal cruelty and animal fighting in Tennessee.
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July 11, 2011
Keep Your Pets Cool In a Heat Wave
As much of the country experiences abnormally high temperatures, The HSUS reminds pet owners to protect their animal companions.