Factory farms cram egg-laying hens into cages so tiny they can't even spread their wings. Breeding pigs and veal calves are stuffed into cramped individual cages barely larger than their bodies. They can’t walk or turn around. But you can help free animals from these cruel cages.
We wouldn't force our pets to live in filthy, cramped cages for their whole lives, and we shouldn't force farm animals to endure such misery, either. All animals, including those raised for food, deserve protection from this abuse.
The HSUS is making great progress for these animals. You also can say no to this cruelty whenever you shop or eat. Read More
Michigan Confinement Law Signed
Governor Granholm signed a landmark law that will phase in restrictions on the worst kinds of factory farm confinement.
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March 8, 2010
A Line in the Sand
Ohioans join the fight against factory farming's chokehold
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March 4, 2010
Federal Bill Aims to Allow the Government to Lead by Example on Farm Animal Welfare
The HSUS encourages passage of a new federal bill that sets a higher animal welfare standard for food purchased by the federal government.
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February 22, 2010
UC Santa Barbara Hatches New Cage-Free Egg Program
University of California, Santa Barbara earns praise for its new cage-free egg program.
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February 18, 2010
Wal-Mart: Private Label Eggs All Cage-Free
Wal-Mart's private label eggs are cage-free, prompting The HSUS to withdraw a shareholder resolution calling on the company to disclose its progress moving toward cage-free eggs.
Our Victories
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February 18, 2010
Wal-Mart: Private Label Eggs All Cage-Free
Wal-Mart's private label eggs are cage-free, prompting The HSUS to withdraw a shareholder resolution calling on the company to disclose its progress moving toward cage-free eggs.
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December 29, 2009
2009: A Banner Year for Animals
The HSUS reflects on some major achievements for animal protection in 2009. Countless animals have been rescued from harm, spared from suffering and guaranteed basic standards of humane treatment.
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December 16, 2009
The HSUS Recognizes Top 12 State Legislative Achievements in Animal Protection
The HSUS celebrates the top 12 state legislative achievements in animal protection in 2009.
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December 14, 2009
Encouraging News from IHOP
IHOP agreed to begin testing the use of cage-free eggs