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August 27, 2010
A Carton of Salmonella
The Humane Society of the United States has a provocative new ad campaign: one that connects the public health risk of cramming millions of hens into inhumane cages that increase Salmonella risks.
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August 27, 2010
Start School Right for The Animals and Your Health
Help animals when you go back to school by getting your lunchroom or dining facility into the Cage-Free Campus roster.
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August 19, 2010
The Humane Society of the United States Calls on Iowa’s Egg Industry to Phase Out Cage Confinement of Hens, Strengthen Food Safety
As the number of recalled Iowa eggs jumped, The HSUS called on the state’s egg industry to begin discussions to phase out cages.
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August 18, 2010
King County Passes Recognition Supporting Meatless Mondays
The HSUS applauded the Metropolitan King County Council for passing a “recognition” supporting Meatless Mondays.
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August 18, 2010
In Wake of Egg Recall, The Humane Society of the United States Urges Industry to Eliminate Cage Confinement Systems for Laying Hens
A multi-state egg recall this week illustrates the risk to public health of cramming millions of hens in cages so small they can barely move an inch their whole lives.
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August 12, 2010
Federal Court Orders Toxic Pollution Case Against Huge California Factory Egg Farm to Proceed to Trial
A federal court in Sacramento has cleared the way for a lawsuit filed by The Humane Society of the United States along with several Lathrop, Calif., residents charging Olivera Egg Ranch, one of California’s largest egg factory farms, for its releases of high levels of the toxic gas ammonia into the community.
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August 11, 2010
World’s Largest Cruise Lines Hatch New Animal Welfare, Sustainability Initiatives
The world’s first- and second-largest cruise companies have joined the growing movement away from eggs from caged hens.
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August 4, 2010
The HSUS Assists Indiana Gaming Commission in Raid of Alleged Cockfighting Operation
The HSUS supplied key information to the Indiana Gaming Commission that led to the raid of Wally’s Gamefowl Farm, a breeding operation that allegedly supplied birds to overseas cockfights.
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August 4, 2010
The Humane Society of the U.S. Praises UFood Grill's New Animal Welfare Initiative
UFood Grill, a chain of fast-casual restaurants, has joined a growing national trend by switching to cage-free eggs.
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August 2, 2010
Statement by The HSUS on Deaths at California Cockfight
Eric Sakach, senior law enforcement specialists for The HSUS, issued a statement in response to Sunday morning’s deaths at an illegal cockfight near Livingston, Calif.
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July 24, 2010
The HSUS Assists with Randolph County, N.C. Cockfighting Raid
The HSUS helps seize 24 fighting roosters as well as 400 hens living in deplorable conditions in North Carolina.
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July 16, 2010
From Homeland to Wasteland: Part 4
David Kirby's book "Animal Factory" details many of the health and environmental risks of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs), risks that he learned about firsthand from visiting states where CAFOs are causing problems.
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July 15, 2010
From Homeland to Wasteland: Part 3
David Kirby's book "Animal Factory" details many of the health and environmental risks of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs), risks that he learned about firsthand from visiting states where CAFOs are causing problems.
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July 14, 2010
From Homeland to Wasteland: Part 2
David Kirby's book "Animal Factory" details many of the health and environmental risks of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs), risks that he learned about firsthand from visiting states where CAFOs are causing problems.
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July 13, 2010
Nearly Blind Chihuahua and Almost 200 Other Animals Now Safe
The HSUS and Kern County Animal Control rescued about 150 dogs, 18 cats, 10 chickens, and several rabbits from an overcrowded property in Tehachapi, Calif.
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July 13, 2010
From Homeland to Wasteland
David Kirby's book "Animal Factory" details many of the health and environmental risks of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs), risks that he learned about firsthand from visiting states where CAFOs are causing problems.
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July 8, 2010
The HSUS Helps Rescue about 200 Animals in Calif.
The HSUS and Kern County Animal Control rescued about 150 dogs, 18 cats, 10 chickens, and several rabbits from an overcrowded property in Tehachapi, Calif.
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July 6, 2010
Governor Schwarzenegger Signs Landmark Egg Bill into Law
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed landmark legislation that protects animal welfare and food safety.
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June 30, 2010
Landmark Ohio Animal Welfare Agreement Reached Among HSUS, Ohioans for Humane Farms, Gov. Strickland, and Leading Livestock Organizations
A deal struck among The HSUS, Ohioans for Humane Farms, Ohio agriculture leaders and Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland will lead to major animal welfare improvements in Ohio on a raft of issues.
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June 26, 2010
Food Network Star Guy Fieri Joins Growing Cage-Free Movement
The HSUS praises Food Network star Guy Fieri for taking an important step to decrease animal cruelty.
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June 26, 2010
The HSUS Assists in Major Tenn. Cockfighting Raid
An investigation initiated by The HSUS led to a Polk County, Tenn., Sheriff's Office raid of a suspected large-scale animal fighting operation, resulting in more than 100 people being charged with cockfighting.
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June 23, 2010
The Humane Society of the United States Urges Schwarzenegger To Sign Egg Bill into Law
The HSUS urged Gov. Schwarzenegger to sign a bill to require that shelled (whole) eggs sold in California comply with Prop 2's animal welfare and food safety standards.
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June 22, 2010
Montebello Cockfighting Raid Reveals 1,200 Roosters, Injured Horse
Almost 1,200 birds believed to used for cockfighting were discovered today in Montebello, Calif., by a multi-agency task force led by The Southeast Area Animal Control Authority.
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June 21, 2010
The HSUS to Address Krispy Kreme Executives About Sustainability, Animal Welfare at Company’s Shareholder Meeting
At Krispy Kreme's shareholder meeting, an HSUS representative will ask the company to switch to cage-free eggs.
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June 16, 2010
HSUS Asks Federal Trade Commission to Block Egg Producer’s Claims About 'Humane' Treatment of 'Happy' Animals
The HSUS asked the FTC to stop Rose Acre Farms, the country’s second-largest egg producer, from making false and misleading animal welfare claims.
