Eastern Mountain Regional Office

The Eastern Mountain Regional Office works on the frontlines of animal protection issues in five states, including Kentucky, North Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia and Virginia.

We work throughout the region to support animal welfare legislation, fight animal cruelty in all forms, respond to animals in danger from man-made and natural disasters, and engage like-minded citizens to promote the protection of animals.

Please contact us to learn how you can help animals.

Fighting Puppy Mills

During the past year, The HSUS has led a series of high-profile operations throughout the Eastern Mountain Region to rescue hundreds of animals from the horrors of mass breeding operations known as puppy mills. From conducting investigations to strengthening laws, we won't stop until puppy mills are shut down for good. A year in review» Video—on the scene» What the laws are in your state»

News

2008: State Victories by the Dozen December 3, 2008 iStock.com California voters made history in 2008 by passing Proposition 2. Thanks to the help of our dedicated advocates and the support of state legislators, 2008 was an historic year for animals in state lawmaking. We ushered in a whole new era of policies for anim... full article Law Enforcement Officials Honored at 2008 Humane Law Enforcement Awards November 24, 2008 ©The HSUS The HSUS's Mike Markarian and Wayne Pacelle gave awards to Mike and Sheila Luff, as well as Prentiss County Sheriff Joey Clark, for their work in busting a dogfighting ring. The Humane Society of the United States honored various law enforcement agenc... full article Cockfighting Indictment Shows The Corruption Accompanying The Cruelty November 18, 2008 ©The HSUS The Page County indictment alleges an extensive criminal cockfighting conspiracy. By Ariana Huemer Cockfighting and criminal corruption go hand in hand. Just ask Assistant U.S. Attorney Tom Bondurant, who recently announced a 22-count indictment against Page ... full article

Press Releases

Statement by The HSUS on Michael Vick’s Sentence Related to State Dogfighting Charges November 25, 2008 WASHINGTON — Michael Markarian, executive vice president of external affairs for The Humane Society of the United States, issued the following statements in response to Michael Vick's guilty plea to state dogfighting charges: "We had hoped that the Commonwealth of Virginia would send a stronge... full article The HSUS Offers Reward In Jefferson County, Tenn. Fatal Horse Shooting October 27, 2008 The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for fatally shooting a quarter horse in Jefferson County, Tenn. The Case: The Jefferson County Humane Society gives the following account:... full article The HSUS Calls for Stricter Regulations After Woman Is Killed by Pet Python October 24, 2008 The Humane Society of the United States calls for stricter regulations on the importation and ownership of large constrictor snakes following the death of a Virginia Beach woman who was reportedly asphyxiated by a pet reticulated python Tuesday. “Tragedies like this can be avoided with common-sense regulation... full article

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