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December 19, 2012
The HSUS and Local Animal Shelters Ask Missouri Supreme Court to Block Crippling New Animal Adoption Tax
The Humane Society of the United States, the Dogwood Animal Shelter in Osage Beach, Mo., and Stray Rescue of St. Louis, have asked the Missouri Supreme Court to block a crippling new government tax on non-profit animal shelters and rescue groups in Missouri.
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December 19, 2012
The HSUS Offers Reward in Intentional Trapping of Hebron, Ind., Dog
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for killing a Northwest Indiana dog named Pearl. The chained dog stepped into a trap that was intentionally set in close proximity to her temporary post, according to police.
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December 14, 2012
More than 2,000 Pet Stores Take a Stand Against Puppy Mills
The Humane Society of the United States reached a milestone for its Puppy Friendly Pet Stores program with the 2,000th pet store agreeing to take a stand against puppy mills by refusing to sell puppies.
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December 13, 2012
The HSUS Offers Reward in Lorain, Ohio, Dog Abuse and Neglect Case
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the extreme neglect and abandonment of a pit bull-type dog in Lorain, Ohio.
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December 13, 2012
Pet Industry and Animal Welfare Organizations Join Forces to Address Puppy Mill Abuse
Pet industry associations and animal welfare organizations have joined forces in an industry-‐wide effort to improve conditions for dogs and puppies kept by substandard commercial breeders and sold to consumers. The goal of the group is to create lasting change in the commercial breeding industry to ensure proper and humane care and safety of all dogs and puppies.
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December 12, 2012
Picture Perfect, Page 2: Tips for Frame-Worthy Pet Photos
Professional photographers offer tips for frame-worthy pet photos.
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December 12, 2012
Taking It to the Streets, Page 3: Pets for Life Teams Set Records, Then Break Them
Pets for Life teams keep breaking records for number of pets vaccinated at outreach events.
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December 12, 2012
The HSUS Applauds Ohio Governor and Lawmakers for Passing Law to Crack Down on Puppy Mills
The Humane Society of the United States applauds Gov. John Kasich and members of the Ohio legislature for passing Amended Substitute Senate Bill 130 into law. The law imposes new measures to curb many of the worst abuses of high volume dog breeders that are prevalent in the state.
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December 12, 2012
Taking It to the Streets, Page 2: Real People Caring for Real People
HSUS Pets for Life program brings pet care to underserved neighborhoods
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December 12, 2012
Forever and Today: An Interview with the Today Show's Jill Rappaport
Today show's Jill Rappaport Gives the Star Treatment to Rescue Pets
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December 12, 2012
Taking It to the Streets, Page 6: Paying It Forward
Pets for Life spreads the love by training others to set up programs in their own cities
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December 12, 2012
Picture Perfect, Page 3: Tips for Frame-Worthy Pet Photos
Professional photographers offer tips for getting frame-worthy pics.
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December 12, 2012
Taking It to the Streets: The HSUS's Pets for Life Program Brings Pet Care to the People
HSUS Pets for Life program helps keep people and pets together in neighborhoods where services are scarce
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December 12, 2012
Taking It to the Streets, Page 5: Pets for Life Clients Become Dedicated Volunteers
Former Pets for Life Clients Become Dedicated Volunteers
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December 12, 2012
Taking It to the Streets, Page 4: Building Trust to Build Relationships
Pets for Life follows the principles of showing up, coming back, and making good on your word
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December 11, 2012
Chicagoland Pet Stores Investigation Links Dozens of Puppy Sellers to Puppy Mills
Holiday shoppers beware: The HSUS's latest undercover investigation of pet stores in the Chicago area linked many of them to inhumane commercial breeders known as puppy mills.
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December 10, 2012
The Humane Society of the United States Offers Reward in Oklahoma City Dog Cruelty Case
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for throwing a German shepherd dog off a bridge and onto an interstate highway in Oklahoma City.
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December 7, 2012
Colbie Caillat Teams Up with The HSUS to Make Holidays Safe and Happy for Pets
For singer/songwriter Colbie Caillat, celebrating the holidays means being surrounded by the ones you love—including your pets. As a spokesperson for The HSUS, Caillat shares some simple tips for keeping pets safe from holiday hazards, and for bringing a new pet into your household during this busy season.
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December 7, 2012
Consejos para mantener a las mascotas sanas y seguras durante las fiestas navideñas
La organización de protección animal The Humane Society of the United States comparte algunos consejos simples para las personas que quieren traer a una nueva mascota a su hogar y para mantener a las mascotas a salvo de los peligros durante esta temporada navideña.
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December 7, 2012
"A Letter to My Dog" -- Tributes to Dogs from the People Who Love Them
"A Letter to My Dog: Notes to Our Best Friends" is a new book celebrating our relationships with dogs with tributes from celebrities and everyday dog lovers, and stunning photos from Robin Layton.
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December 6, 2012
The Humane Society of the United States Offers Reward in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Dog Shooting
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for shooting a dog multiple times and chaining him to a tree in the Cleveland area.
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December 6, 2012
The HSUS Condemns Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Position on Pet Safety and Trapping
The Humane Society of the United States strongly criticized the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife and the Oregon Trappers Association for shameful disregard of pet safety on public lands during trapping season, which began Nov. 15.
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December 4, 2012
The HSUS Applauds U.S. Senate for Cracking Down on Animal Fighting Spectators
The HSUS applauded the U.S. Senate for approving S. 1947, the Animal Fighting Spectator Prohibition Act, by a voice vote. The bipartisan legislation closes loopholes in the federal animal fighting law related to attendance at dogfights and cockfights.
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November 28, 2012
Animal Welfare Groups Ask Federal Court to Uphold Texas Puppy Mill Law
The Humane Society of the United States and Texas Humane Legislation Network filed an amicus brief with the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas asking the court to uphold the state’s new puppy and kitten mill law.
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November 28, 2012
The Humane Society of the United States Offers Reward in Hillsborough County, Fla., Animal Cruelty Case
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for shooting a dog, burying her up to her neck and leaving her to die in a Hillsborough County, Fla., neighborhood.
