Spay Day is an annual campaign of The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International to inspire people to save animal lives by spaying or neutering pets and feral cats.
Officially the last Tuesday of February, Spay Day includes events and activities taking place throughout February across the United States and U.S. territories, and around the world.
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Spay Day Events
Join us in taking part in the 16th annual Spay Day: Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010, with events and activities throughout February. Find an event near you!
Learn MoreNews & Events
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February 3, 2010
HSVMA to Offer Complimentary Memberships to Veterinary Professionals Participating in Spay Day 2010
Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association will offer complimentary memberships to veterinary professionals who participate in registered Spay Day 2010 events.
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January 21, 2010
SPAY DAY 2010 Launches Annual Pet Photo Contest
The HSUS and HSI are pleased to announce that the 2010 Spay Day Online Pet Photo Contest has begun.
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January 20, 2010
Pick a Photo; Save a Life
Starting Jan. 20, you can enter your pet in the Spay Day Online Pet Photo Contest and help save animals' lives.
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March 19, 2009
The HSUS Announces Winners of Spay Day Online Pet Photo Contest
The HSUS announces the winner of the Judged Category of the Spay Day Online Pet Photo Contest.
Our Victories
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February 8, 2010
Anniversary of Freedom
February 6, 2010 marked the one-year anniversary of freedom for 283 dogs rescued from dismal, filthy conditions at a puppy mill near Goldsboro, NC.
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February 2, 2010
West Hollywood City Council Prohibits Retail Sales of Dogs and Cats
The West Hollywood city council passed an ordinance to prohibit retail sales of dogs and cats at pet stores, closing off a primary channel for the sale of dogs from puppy mills.
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January 29, 2010
Cook County Government Passes Tethering Law to Protect Dogs and Community
The HSUS commends the Cook County Board of Commissioners for passing an ordinance to stop the inhumane tethering of dogs.
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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.
