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March 30, 2011
Congressman Grimm Adopts Puppy Rescued from Missouri Puppy Mill
The HSUS and Humane Society Legislative Fund commend Congressman Michael Grimm of N.Y. for adopting a rescued puppy he has named “Sebastian.” Sebastian’s mother and littermates were recently rescued by The HSUS and Columbia Second Chance from a Missouri puppy mill after the facility shut down.
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February 9, 2011
Hometown Heroes: Hearts United for Animals
Carol Wheeler, founder of Hearts United for Animals (HUA) in Nebraska, shares her advice on managing a shelter: "Do not give up. Persistence is very important. Watch for any opportunity to turn bad into good.' Read Hometown Heroes.
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January 3, 2011
Second Chance Animal Shelter Gets Own Second Chance To Complete “10,000 Tails Makeover”
With help from The HSUS, Second Chance Animal Shelter in East Brookfield, Massachusetts will continue to renovate after theft of building materials.
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January 3, 2011
Prison Pals: Second Chances for Dogs and Inmates
Rescued pets get second chances and bring joy to inmates.
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December 30, 2010
Celebrity Resolutions for 2011
Ten celebrities share their 2011 wishes for animals.
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December 23, 2010
Hometown Heroes: A Place to Bark Animal Rescue in Tennessee
Meet Bernie Berlin, of A Place to Bark Animal Rescue in Tennessee. Our third profile in this series on shelters and animal rescue groups features a dynamic and effective foster rescue that saves the lives of hundreds of pets each year,
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December 20, 2010
Home for the Holidays
When we think of the holidays, many of us think of our pets. But millions of dogs and cats will spend this holiday season waiting for his or her forever home.
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December 16, 2010
The Joy of Adopting
Animal lovers share their stories of bringing home new family members from shelters and rescue groups
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December 15, 2010
A Pledge for Peace in the World of Animal Care
Violence and threats have no place in the animal care and welfare community. Sign and share The HSUS's Pledge for Humane Discourse and Conduct within Animal Welfare.
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December 14, 2010
New Animal Shelter Dedicated at Dixon Correctional Institute
A new animal shelter and emergency evacuation facility were dedicated today at the Dixon Correctional Institute in Jackson, La. The facilities were built with a $600,000 grant from The HSUS.
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November 30, 2010
Celebrate Shelter Pets Day on Facebook Today
Join us today for shelter pet appreciation day on Facebook! Share photos, memories, and special stories about a wonderful shelter pet you’ve known or loved and help spread the message that there are many great pets in shelters waiting to find good, loving homes like yours.
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November 10, 2010
Raising Humane Beings
Five ways to inspire kids to become animals' heroes
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November 10, 2010
Canine Commandos to the Rescue
The Canine Commandos, a group of Florida elementary students, work with shelter dogs to make them more adoptable.
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October 13, 2010
After Loss, A Life-Changing Summer
After the death of her mother, HSUS vice president Nancy Perry finds solace when a stray dog enters her life and is given a second chance to live.
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October 8, 2010
The Long Journey Home: Three Dogs’ Adoption Tales
If dogs could talk (and type), Autumn, Mackenzie, and Barney could probably write a book about their adventures and how they were adopted following their rescue from a hoarder in Arkansas last year.
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October 8, 2010
Battle of the Paddles
Celebs joined forces to play ping pong for charity at the 2010 PaddleJam.
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September 22, 2010
Finch Breeds: From Canaries to Zebra Finches
Learn about different finch breeds and species.
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September 15, 2010
Hometown Heroes: Plaquemines Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
For the second profile in our series, Jacob Stroman, director of the Plaquemines Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) in Belle Chasse, La., talks about the challenges of managing a shelter and a memorable dog named Lazarus.
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August 26, 2010
Bridging the Gulf: A Brighter Future for Animals
Since the oil spill disaster began in April, animal shelters in the region have been reporting steady increases in the numbers of pets being given up by owners who can no longer afford them. This is yet another blow to a region that was just beginning to recover from the influx after Katrina, but The HSUS committed for the long haul to help keep pets with their families and to help animal shelters through this tough time.
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August 5, 2010
HSUS Statement on Death of Puppies on American Airlines Flight
The HSUS issued a statement in reaction to the death of seven puppies flying in the cargo hold of an American Airlines flight from Tulsa, Okla. to Chicago.
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August 4, 2010
Animal Welfare Groups to Transport 100 Dogs from Overwhelmed Louisiana Shelters to N.J.
The HSUS worked with the Louisiana SPCA to transport about 100 dogs from nine overwhelmed Louisiana shelters and rescue groups to St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center in Madison, N.J.
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July 29, 2010
Weasel Your Way into My Heart
Laurie Maxwell never gave much thought to ferrets until a recent merger between her household and another threw together two pit bulls, a large bulldog, and two 6-year-old ferrets—Moose and Pita.
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July 23, 2010
Hometown Heroes: Animal Lovers League of New York
For the launch of this series about local rescue groups, we asked Joan Phillips, president of the Animal Lovers League in Glen Cove, N.Y., to tell us about her shelter.
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July 19, 2010
Man's Best Friend
Pet of the Week readers share touching stories with us on a weekly basis. While we can't fit every story into our weeky newsletter, we collected a few special stories about dogs and how they've helped their families. These dogs prove that they are "man's best friend" for a reason.
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July 7, 2010
Getting a Cat
Now that you’ve decided to bring a feline into your life, one thing is certain: You won’t have any trouble finding one.
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