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May 2, 2011
The Humane Society of the United States to Address Domino’s Executives About Animal Cruelty at Company’s Shareholder Meeting
At the annual shareholder meeting of Domino’s Pizza, a representative of The Humane Society of the United States will ask the company to move away from suppliers that use gestation crates.
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April 14, 2011
Farm Animal News to Note
If you missed these recent articles on farm animal issues, you should check them out.
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March 29, 2011
The HSUS Applauds the U.S. Department of Agriculture for Launching New Database on Animal Welfare Enforcement
The HSUS applauds the USDA for launching a new database to increase public access to information regarding research facilities and other entities regulated under the Animal Welfare Act.
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March 24, 2011
The HSUS and Arizona Law Enforcement Rescue More Than 250 Animals from Alleged Cruelty
The HSUS assisted the Apache County Sheriff’s Department in the rescue of approximately 200 dogs, 50 cats and several chickens, ducks and pigs who were found living in deplorable conditions in Witch Wells, Arizona.
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March 21, 2011
Christianity Today Honored at Genesis Awards' 25th Anniversary
The HSUS proudly announces that Christianity Today is the winner of the first Genesis Outstanding Written Word Award dedicated to journalistic excellence on animal protection issues in faith-based publications. The award was given during the 25th Anniversary Genesis Awards weekend celebration.
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March 21, 2011
California State Sen. Loni Hancock Receives 2010 Humane State Legislator Award
The HSUS is pleased to announce that California state Sen. Loni Hancock, D-Oakland, has been selected as California’s Humane State Legislator for 2010.
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March 3, 2011
Faces of Climate Change: Cause and Effect
What you can do to fight global warming and help wildlife
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March 3, 2011
A Conversation with Wayne: HSUS President Discusses His New Book, "The Bond"
Wayne Pacelle discusses our kinship with animals in his new book, "The Bond."
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March 1, 2011
New Poll Shows Nebraska Voters Want All Sides Participating in Animal Welfare Debate
A survey shows that Nebraska voters think that the relationship between Gov. Dave Heineman and The HSUS shouldn’t be antagonistic and that all sides should be allowed to particpate in the animal welfare debate.
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January 31, 2011
The Humane Society of the United States to Address Hormel Executives About Animal Cruelty at Company’s Shareholder Meeting
The Humane Society of the United States will ask Hormel Foods to end its use of gestation crates at the company's annual meeting.
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January 28, 2011
Scientists, Apply Now for Animal Alternatives Award
Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2011 Russell and Burch Award, which will be given to a scientist who has made outstanding contributions to animal alternative methods in the areas of biomedical research, testing or higher education.
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January 25, 2011
The HSUS Praises Massachusetts Legislators for Introducing Bill that Takes Aim at Factory Farming Abuse
The HSUS praises Massachusetts state legislators for introducing a bill that would prevent some of the most cruel and inhumane confinement of farm animals in their state.
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January 21, 2011
Factory Farming Is No Joke for Hal Sparks
Comedian and animal advocate Hal Sparks talks about his passionate, life-long commitment to animal protection.
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December 15, 2010
HSUS Exposes Inhumane Treatment of Pigs at Smithfield
An undercover HSUS investigation documented inhumane treatment of female breeding pigs and piglets at a Virginia factory farm owned by a subsidiary of Smithfield Foods, the world’s largest pork producer.
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December 14, 2010
Congress Can Spare Taxpayers and Animals
President Obama’s bipartisan deficit-reduction commission is making recommendations for reducing the deficit, and here at The Humane Society of the United States and the Humane Society Legislative Fund we are proposing a few cost-cutting measures for lawmakers to consider in getting the country’s budget back on track.
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December 2, 2010
Food Safety Modernization Act: A Step Forward
If it becomes law, S. 510 could make food safer for humans and pets and conditions more humane for animals in factory farms.
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November 9, 2010
The HSUS Mourns Death of Dr. Dean Wyatt
The HSUS expressed deep sadness on the death of Dr. Dean Wyatt, a dedicated supervisory public health veterinarian for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, who called attention to inhumane practices and food safety concerns.
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September 13, 2010
The Humane Society of the United States Becomes Hormel Shareholder in Effort to Gain Animal Welfare Reforms
The Humane Society of the United States has purchased stock in Hormel as part of its efforts encouraging the company to improve animal welfare.
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August 3, 2010
Shareholder Resolution Urges Tyson to Help Decrease Suffering of Pigs, Demonstrates that Company is Behind the Curve
The HSUS submitted a shareholder resolution asking Tyson to issue a report detailing its progress in moving away from pork from crated pigs.
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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
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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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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May 26, 2010
HSUS Statement in Response to Ohio Dairy Farm Investigation
Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States, issued a statement in response to the release of an investigation by the organization Mercy for Animals into a dairy farm operation in Union County, Ohio.
