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March 27, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States Praises UNC Charlotte for Joining the Meatless Monday Movement
The Humane Society of the United States is praising The University of North Carolina at Charlotte for joining the ever-growing, international Meatless Monday movement.
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March 26, 2013
Animal Advocates Lobby at Tennessee Capitol for Stronger Animal Fighting Penalties
Tennessee residents concerned about animal welfare converged on the state capitol for Humane Lobby Day.
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March 25, 2013
Reward Offered in Idaho Dog Abuse Case
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for bludgeoning to death a dog in Jerome County, Idaho.
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March 25, 2013
La HSUS Ofrece Consejos para Mascotas Durante la Pascua y Primavera
Esta primavera, mientras que la gente se prepara para celebrar la Pascua o irse de vacaciones de primavera, la organización de protección animal The Humane Society of the United States les ofrece algunos consejos para mantener a sus mascotas seguras y felices.
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March 25, 2013
Maryland General Assembly Moves Forward with Shark Fin Trade Ban
The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International applaud the Maryland House of Delegates for passing legislation to ban the possession, sale, trade and distribution of shark fins, ending Maryland's contribution to the collapse of shark populations worldwide.
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March 25, 2013
Humane Society Wildlife Land Trust Acquires High Priority Habitat for California’s North Coast Wildlife
The Humane Society Wildlife Land Trust is pleased to be selected by the Thelma Doelger Animal and Wildlife Preserve Trust to permanently protect an extraordinary 1,122-acre wilderness property in Sonoma County, Calif. Still truly wild, the land’s nearly pristine habitats provide essential food, cover and places to raise young for an estimated 160 wildlife species.
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March 22, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States Offers Pet Tips for Easter and Springtime
This spring, as people prepare to celebrate Easter or go on spring vacation, The Humane Society of the United States offers some tips to keep pets safe and happy.
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March 22, 2013
Maryland Votes For Animals and The HSUS Celebrate Landmark Spay/Neuter Program
Maryland Votes for Animals and The Humane Society of the United States applauded the Maryland Senate and House for passing the spay/neuter bill, introduced by Sen. Joanne Benson, D-Prince George’s County, and Del. Barbara Frush, D-Anne Arundel and Prince George’s counties, to establish a statewide fund to support spay/neuter services through targeted community grants.
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March 21, 2013
Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey Joins with The Humane Society of the United States to Protect Seals
Acclaimed celebrity chef Brian Malarkey has signed on to The Humane Society of the United States’ Protect Seals campaign to bring Canada’s commercial seal slaughter to an end.
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March 21, 2013
Delaware Animal Advocates Lobby Lawmakers to Protect Sharks, Pets and Wildlife
Delaware residents concerned about animal welfare converged on the state capitol for Humane Lobby Day. Advocates met with their legislators to lobby for strong animal welfare laws, such as House Bill 41, which would prohibit the sale of shark fins in Delaware and end the state’s role in the cruel global shark finning industry.
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March 21, 2013
Animal Protection Groups Applaud New Jersey Assembly for Overwhelming Vote to Protect Breeding Pigs from Extreme Confinement
The Humane Society of the United States, Farm Sanctuary, Mercy For Animals and the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) applaud the New Jersey Assembly for passing A.3250/S.1921 by a vote of 60 to 5.
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March 21, 2013
The HSUS Disappointed by Va. Game Board’s Regulatory Vote on Inhumane Fox Pens
Recommendations proposed by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries and its Board of Directors significantly narrow the options to regulate Virginia’s inhumane fox pens and were met with disappointment by The Humane Society of the United States.
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March 19, 2013
The HSUS Applauds FTC’s Action against Neiman Marcus and Other Retailers in Response to 2011 Fur False Advertising Petition
The Humane Society of the United States applauds the Federal Trade Commission’s decision to take action on The HSUS’s 2011 fur false advertising and labeling petition against three retailers – Neiman Marcus, Dr. Jays and Revolve Clothing.
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March 19, 2013
USDA Moves to Ban Slaughter of Downer Veal Calves Too Sick or Injured to Walk
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has granted The Humane Society of the United States’ 2009 legal petition requesting that the agency halt the inhumane practice of slaughtering downer veal calves too sick, weak or tired to even stand up.
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March 19, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States Offers Reward in Wagoner County, Okla., Dog Shooting
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for shooting two penned dogs in Wagoner County, Okla.
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March 19, 2013
La Humane Society of the United States Busca Perros o Gatos Heroicos para el Premio “Pets of Valor”
La HSUS está aceptando nominaciones para el Premio “Pets of Valor” (mascotas valientes), la cual honra a perros y gatos rescatados que han mostrado un extraordinario sentido de valentía al ayudar heroicamente a una persona necesitada.
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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 15, 2013
185 Reasons to Stop Horse Slaughter
Many of the horses at the Duchess Sanctuary in Oregon were saved from the incredible cruelty of slaughter
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March 15, 2013
Sequestration: Impacts on Animals
On March 1, 2013, an automatic spending cut called "sequestration" went into effect, requiring mandatory budget cuts to many government programs. We've compiled a list of some of the negative impacts sequestration could have on animals—as well as suggestions for how Congress could save more than $1 billion per year in the federal budget.
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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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