Our highly trained Animal Rescue Team is on the front lines at a moment's notice to rescue animals in peril. Whatever and wherever the disaster—from the wrath of hurricanes to the misery of puppy mills—our staff is dedicated to the safety and protection of animals and their communities.
Learn more about The HSUS Animal Rescue Team.
Menacing Megafauna
The HSUS and an array of partners rescued three tigers, two leopards, two wolf hybrids, and other potentially dangerous animals from an unaccredited—and not terribly secure—facility in Mississippi.
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February 3, 2012
Media, Human-Animal Bond Combine to Save Whales in "Big Miracle"
"Big Miracle," inspired by historic whale rescue shows the power of the human/animal bond and the power of media to help animals. It also tells a great story.
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January 9, 2012
Approximately 150 Dogs Rescued from Hoarding
The HSUS' Animal Rescue Team has rescued approximately 150 mixed-breed dogs from an overcrowded property in Lucerne Valley, Calif.
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December 29, 2011
The HSUS Takes to the Sky (and Then Some) for Equines in 2011
The HSUS helped donkeys in Hawaii, rescued and cared for horses who were cruelty victims throughout the country, fought horse slaughter, and worked to end soring in 2011.
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December 29, 2011
Animal Rescue Team Saves the Day, All Year Long
In 2011, The HSUS worked with law enforcement and local agencies to rescue 5,177 animals from neglect and cruelty situations, inhumane puppy mill breeding operations, and animal fighting rings.
Our Victories
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November 9, 2011
Isabelle's Journey from Rags to Wags
Emaciated but gentle Isabelle, rescued from a puppy mill, has recovered and become a "funny, happy, loving, incredible dog."
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April 28, 2011
Nearly 50 Dogs Rescued from Hoarding Case Coming to Oregon
The Humane Society of the United States is transporting 47 dogs rescued from a large-scale hoarding situation in Arizona to Southern Oregon Humane Society and the Humane Society of Redmond.
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February 7, 2011
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Cockfighting Convictions
The HSUS hails the decision by the federal Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit rejecting an appeal brought by three defendants convicted of participating in interstate cockfighting ring in South Carolina.
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December 28, 2010
Top 12 State Victories for Animals in 2010
Thanks to the help of our dedicated advocates and the support of state legislators, 2010 was another historic year for animals in state lawmaking.