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February 10, 2012
Animal Welfare Groups Urge Missouri Legislature to Repeal Burdensome Tax on Animal Shelters
The Humane Society of the United States, the ASPCA®, Best Friends Animal Society and other animal welfare organizations commend State Rep. Jeanne Kirkton, D-Webster Groves, and 39 cosponsors for introducing legislation, H.B. 1654, to repeal a burdensome state tax on nonprofit animal shelters and rescue groups.
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December 28, 2011
The HSUS Helping Pets: Eleven 2011 Triumphs
The HSUS and its affiliates protect dogs, cats, and other pets through education, rescue, veterinary services, support to local shelters; by backing better public policies concerning puppy mills, dogfighting, and animal cruelty; and by promoting improved animal care and control throughout the United States and abroad. Here’s our list of “11 for '11,” a selection of our proudest accomplishments for companion animals in 2011.
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December 23, 2011
Wayne's Blog: The HSUS’s Top 10 Victories for the Year
HSUS President and CEO Wayne Pacelle discusses The HSUS' top 10 victories in 2011.
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December 12, 2011
How Is The HSUS Affiliated with Your Local Humane Society?
For more than a half-century, The HSUS has stood as the nation's most important advocate for local humane societies. Additionally, The HSUS operates its own network of sanctuaries, providing care and homes to more animals than any other national animal protection organization in the United States. Here are some of the things that The HSUS provides local animal shelters
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December 9, 2011
The Adoption Process: Questions to Ask Shelter Staff
The adoption process has many variables and requires patience. For example, there may be family members who need to meet the animal, consultations with shelter staff about behavior or medical issues, paperwork to be reviewed and signed, and other steps. But you can navigate the sometimes confusing adoption process by knowing the right questions to ask.
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December 6, 2011
Two North Carolina Animal Shelters Receive Grants from The HSUS
Grants, totaling $6,000, will help shelters make new additions, provide for basic repairs and implement new outreach programs to encourage pet adoption.
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November 21, 2011
Help Us Spread the Word about Shelter Pets
Help us spread the word to help save our four-legged best friends!
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November 9, 2011
How to Find Your Local Animal Shelter
Looking for your local animal shelter? We have some tips on how to find this important resource in your community.
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October 20, 2011
Growling Monsters and Evil Eyes: What Drives Our Pets Wacky
Odd things that make our pets wig out.
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September 13, 2011
Pet Mills Churn out More Than Puppies
When choosing a pet, think about whether your dollars might be supporting a cruel pet mill.
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August 29, 2011
Old Dogs, Still Great Tricks
Puppies, kittens, and other young animals require an extensive commitment of time and energy from their guardians. Mature dogs will have likely gone through some basic obedience training and adult cats are more likely to be litter-box trained.
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August 28, 2011
258 Lucky Cats Paired with Equally Lucky Families
Video and Twitter updates from a huge cat adoption event in Gainesville, Florida, where 550 cats rescued from a hoarder are meowing for loving homes.
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August 27, 2011
The HSUS Donates $10,000 to Pit Bull Education and Rescue
The HSUS presented Casa Del Toro Pit Bull Education and Rescue with a donation of $10,000 to help expand their kennel enrichment program to shelters throughout Indiana.
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August 26, 2011
Rescued Florida Cats Find Homes
Video and Twitter updates from a huge cat adoption event in Gainesville, Florida, where 550 cats rescued from a hoarder are meowing for loving homes.
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August 25, 2011
Hey You, Get Off of My Cloud! Keeping the Peace in a Multi-Cat Household
If your feline bullies and divas are running your life, give 'em some space.
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August 25, 2011
You Gotta Be Kitten Me! Is It Age or Attitude That Matters Most?
When adding another cat, attitude may mean more than age in keeping the peace.
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August 12, 2011
U.S. Pet Ownership Statistics
The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association's pet ownership statistics.
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July 15, 2011
For Pet Owners: Weekend Throwback
A video from our vaults shows that styles may change, but the basics of being a responsible pet owner are timeless.
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July 5, 2011
Something to Wheek About: Cavy Care 101
Learn how to give your guinea pig proper care
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July 5, 2011
Something to Wheek About: Get Happy With Guinea Pigs
With proper care, guinea pigs reveal delightful personalities
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July 5, 2011
She's Got Cavy Spirit: Teresa Murphy Goes to Bat for Guinea Pigs
Learning from her mistakes, Teresa Murphy crusades for better guinea pig care
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May 24, 2011
Rescued Rats Find Good Homes with HSUS Staff
Several rescued pet rats, once the victims of an animal hoarder, have found new homes with HSUS staff members.
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April 29, 2011
Purebred Dogs: What Price Purity?
Sir Batrick Bateson addresses unhealthy dog breeding practices in his keynote speech at The HSUS's Purebred Paradox conference.
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April 27, 2011
Off Duty Profile of Sarah Barnett: More Than Facebook Friends
HSUS emerging media manager Sarah Barnett spends weekends as a volunteer with Lost Dogs & Cats Rescue Foundation of Virginia helping find homes for dogs.
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March 31, 2011
Student Action: Help Homeless Pets
Support local animal shelters by promoting their adoptable pets, collecting supplies, or raising money for them.
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