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July 13, 2011
The HSUS Calls for More Transparency and Humane Treatment at Wild Horse Gathers
The HSUS released a report it recently submitted to the Bureau of Land Management, calling on the agency to make several critical improvements to its standard operating procedures (SOP) for wild horse gathers.
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July 8, 2011
Reward Offered in Montpelier, Vt., Fatal Horse Shooting
The HSUS is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information about the shooting death of a 31-year-old horse in Montpelier, Vt.
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June 28, 2011
Bucking the System for Horses
Meet Buck Brannaman, of the new move "BUCK." He's the orginal "horse whisperer."
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June 28, 2011
The HSUS Praises Introduction of Bill to Improve Horse Welfare During Transport in U.S.
The HSUS commends Sens. Mark Kirk and Frank Lautenberg for introducing the Horse Transportation Safety Act of 2011, an important measure to improve safety for horses during transport.
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June 24, 2011
The HSUS Awards Scholarship to Hampton High School Senior
The HSUS is proud to announce that Brianna Brand of Winnacunnet High School in Hampton, New Hampshire is a recipient of its 46th annual Shaw-Worth Memorial Scholarship.
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June 17, 2011
The HSUS and and Local Welfare Groups Come to the Aid of Nearly 100 Horses Seized by Wyoming Livestock Board
The HSUS, Front Range Equine Rescue and Denkai Animal Sanctuary are assisting the Wyoming Livestock Board with the care and placement of nearly 100 horses seized from a Lincoln County property.
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June 16, 2011
A Bipartisan Victory for Pets at the HSUS Congressional Photo Contest
Meet the winners of the bipartisan competition among congressional dogs, cats, and horses.
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June 10, 2011
The HSUS Praises Senate for Move to End Horse Slaughter
The HSUS applauds Sens. Mary L. Landrieu and Lindsey Graham for introducing the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act, a critical measure that will end the inhumane killing of American horses for human consumption and the export of horses across our borders for slaughter.
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June 9, 2011
Leona Lewis, Superstar for Animals
Grammy-nominated singer Leona Lewis is working with The HSUS and HSI to protect animals and raise awareness of issues ranging from pet rescue, to animal testing, to horse protection.
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June 3, 2011
Reward Offered in Clarke County, Ala., Horse Mutilation Case
The HSUS is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information about the injuring and mutilatiion of four horses in McVay, Ala.
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May 31, 2011
House Appropriations Committee Votes to Strip Funds for Inspections of U.S. Horse Slaughter Plants
By a bipartisan vote of 24-21, the U.S. House Appropriations Committee this evening approved an amendment offered by Rep. Jim Moran, D-Va., to block spending by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to inspect U.S. horse slaughter plants in Fiscal Year 2012.
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May 27, 2011
Horse Owners Urged to Be Vigilant in the Face of Equine Herpes Outbreak
Learn about precautions to take to protect domestic and wild horses from the deadly and highly contagious horse herpes virus.
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May 27, 2011
Miracle Horses Add Tornado Survival to Their Resumes
Already survivors of a truck accident on their way to slaughter, horses lived to endure a massive tornado in Oklahoma -- and are still alive and kicking.
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May 27, 2011
USDA Commended for Proposed New Regulations on Horse Protection Act
The HSUS applauds the United States Department of Agriculture for proposing changes to its Horse Protection Act regulations that are intended to improve enforcement of the four-decades-old federal law.
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May 25, 2011
New Center Matches Six Horses with Hopeful Adopters
Six lucky horses find adopters among the 2000 people at the opening of a new horse rescue and adoption center
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May 13, 2011
New York Artist Raises Awareness for Carriage Horses
Artist and animal advocate Peter Max is helping to raise awareness about the plight of New York City's carriage horses.
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May 13, 2011
Field Notes: Successful Pet Reunions, Website for Lost Pets
The Humane Society of the United States continues to help animals in communities devastated by natural disasters in Alabama, Missouri and Mississippi.
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May 12, 2011
Field Notes: Night Rescue Teams Set Traps to Catch Lost Pets
The Humane Society of the United States continues to help animals and families recovering from natural disasters in Alabama, Missouri and Mississippi.
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May 11, 2011
Field Notes: Update on Rescue and Sheltering Operations After Storms
The Humane Society of the United States is on the ground in Alabama, Missouri, and Mississippi helping rescue and shelter animals lost or injured as a result of recent severe weather.
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May 10, 2011
Field Notes: Nighttime Rescue and Aid; Shelter Prepares
The Humane Society of the United States is on the ground in Alabama, Missouri and Mississippi helping with animal rescue in the wake of severe weather.
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May 9, 2011
Meet Glory
Smart, pretty, and athletic, Glory oozes talent and has excelled at her foundation training.
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May 9, 2011
Meet Lazer
Lazer, a mustang gelding, is a sure-footed introvert who is perceptive, willing and sweet-natured.
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May 9, 2011
Field Notes: Animal Search and Rescue Operations in Alabama
The Humane Society of the United States is on the ground in Alabama, Missouri and Mississippi helping search and rescue animals lost or injured as a result of tornadoes and other severe weather..
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May 9, 2011
Meet Lolita
Refined and intelligent, Lolita is a sensitive mare who should make an excellent horse for the right intermediate rider.
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May 6, 2011
Field Notes: Southern States Disaster Relief Effort
The Humane Society of the United States is on the ground in Alabama, Missouri, Tennessee and Mississippi helping search for animals lost or injured as a result of recent severe weather.
