Explore profiles of animals, animal protection heroes and programs making a difference for animals.
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November 10, 2009
Training Pit Bull Friends, Not Fighters
The HSUS holds free and accessible weekly pit bull training classes, which provide inspiring alternatives to dogfighting that showcase pit bulls as friends, not fighters.
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November 2, 2009
Jewelry Designed to Save Animals and the Earth
Simon Cardwell's Cheeky Monkey Jewelry lines combine eco-friendly materials with messages designed to help animals. His "Sealvation" and "I HEART Dogs" line support our Seal and Puppy Mill campaigns.
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November 2, 2009
Adventure Travel to Benefit Animals
Football great Shannon Sharpe is leading a trip to Machu Picchu that will benefit our equine programs in Peru. All trips through AuthentEscapes in 2010 to the same destination will also benefit HSUS and HSI.
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October 30, 2009
Old Song Carries New Tune
Patti Page has given a new twist to her old classic, "How Much Is That Doggie in the Window." With new lyrics, it's now "Do You See that Doggie in the Shelter," and Page is taking a stand against puppy mills.
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October 28, 2009
Backyard Sanctuary
Some of the best efforts we can make to help protect wildlife take place in our own backyards.
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October 28, 2009
Largest Dogfighting Bust in U.S.
The Humane Society of the United States assisted federal, state and local authorities in the unprecedented rescue of hundreds of dogs from multiple organized dogfighting operations.
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October 28, 2009
Puppy Mill Victory in Texas
Texas judge grants custody of approximately 550 animals to The Humane Society of the United States in a victory against the cruel puppy mill industry; decision marks the beginning of a new life for these dogs and cats.
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October 28, 2009
Rescued Horse Steps Into the Light
A horse named Thistle goes from near starvation to equine sensation, thanks to Pat Parelli and the Grace Foundation.
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October 20, 2009
Ducks In A Row
For animal advocates, there’s no such thing as “off duty” when an animal is in need.
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October 9, 2009
Jeffery Fessler, 2008 National KIND Teacher
Fourth-grade teacher Jeffery Fessler believes humane education not only helps animals and the community—it also helps his students learn more effectively.





