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March 18, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States Seeks Heroic Dogs or Cats for its Pets of Valor Award
Nominations are now open for The Humane Society of the United States’ Pets of Valor Award, which honors rescued dogs or cats who have exhibited an extraordinary sense of courage by heroically helping a person in need.
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March 14, 2013
Md. Legislature Urged to Pass Bill Addressing Impacts of Pit Bull Ruling
The Md. Senate voted unanimously today to pass legislation in response to a 2012 Court of Appeals decision that forced many Maryland dog owners to choose between their pets and their homes. The HSUS now urges legislators to find common ground and pass a compromise bill.
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March 5, 2013
Connecticut State Reps. Auden Grogins and Diana Urban Receive 2012 Humane State Legislator Award
The Humane Society of the United States, the nation’s largest animal protection organization, is pleased to announce that Connecticut state Reps. Auden Grogins, D-Bridgeport, and Diana Urban, D-North Stonington and Stonington, have been selected as Connecticut’s Humane State Legislators for 2012.
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February 28, 2013
Uggie es Nombrado Portavoz Canino para el Premio “Pets of Valor” de la Humane Society of the United States
La organización The Humane Society of the United States ha elegido a Uggie, el mundialmente famoso Jack Russell terrier estrella de El Artista, película ganadora del premio Oscar el año pasado, como el portavoz canino del premio “Pets of Valor” (Mascotas Valientes).
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February 27, 2013
Uggie is Named Spokesdog for The HSUS’ Pets of Valor Award
The Humane Society of the United States has chosen Uggie, the world famous, scene-stealing Jack Russell terrier from last year’s Academy Award-winning film “The Artist,” to be the spokesdog for its Pets of Valor Award.
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February 13, 2013
Humane Lobby Day Kicks Off in Jackson
Mississippi citizens concerned about animal welfare converged on the state capitol for Humane Lobby Day on Wednesday to meet with lawmakers and lobby for better laws for shelter animals.
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February 13, 2013
The HSUS and Maddie’s Fund Join Ad Council and NBC’s TODAY Show for Weeklong Series Debut of Public Service Ads Featuring TODAY’s Anchors
Today The Shelter Pet Project, a campaign from The Humane Society of the United States, Maddie’s Fund and the Ad Council to promote shelter pet adoptions, revealed a new ad featuring TODAY anchor Natalie Morales.
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February 12, 2013
It's a Jungle Out There: An Interview with Survivor Winner Jenna Morasca
Jenna Morasca, winner of Survivor: The Amazon, describes her efforts to help animals survive and thrive.
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February 8, 2013
The HSUS, Maryland Votes for Animals Applaud Proposal for Statewide Spay/Neuter Program
The HSUS and Maryland Votes for Animals applaud the introduction of S.B. 820/H.B. 767 to establish a spay/neuter fund in Maryland to provide grants for community spay/neuter programs and vouchers for Maryland residents who otherwise could not afford spay/neuter services.
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February 5, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States Provides $3,000 Grant for Farmington Pet Adoption Center Repairs
The Humane Society of the United States has provided an emergency grant of $3,000 to Farmington Pet Adoption Center to cover repairs after electrical system problems resulted in a number of small fires and partial loss of heat within the shelter.





