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June 10, 2016
Humane Society Academy Webinars: Wildlife Protection
Free webinars on wildlife protection.
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January 11, 2016
Fur-Free Retailers, Designers and Brands
If you are a consumer who cares about stopping animal cruelty, avoid companies that use real animal fur. Check our list of brands, retailers and designers that don't use animal fur or are phasing it out.
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August 19, 2015
A Humane Backyard without the "Backyard": Create Pocket Habitats by Thinking from Other Species' Perspectives
Even if you only have a patio, balcony or rooftop garden, you can make a big difference for wildlife.
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June 26, 2015
Products to Keep Wild Animals Out (Exclusion)
Here are suggestions for the types of merchants to check for products to help you keep wild animals out.
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June 26, 2015
Aversive Conditioning Products
Aversive conditioning products and merchants who sell products to help you teach wild animals not to come back.
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June 23, 2015
Even if You're Part of a Homeowners Association, a Wildlife-Friendly Garden Is Possible
Belong to a homeowners association? Use these tips to defend your own wildlife-friendly landscaping and promote the concept to others.
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May 29, 2015
Lead Ammunition: Toxic to Wildlife, People and the Environment
Spent lead ammunition poisons and kills millions of animals, contaminates the environment and threatens human health. Though excellent alternatives to lead ammo exist, it remains the most common form of ammunition used by hunters. Learn more and see if your state has any restrictions on lead ammo.
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May 27, 2015
Found an Orphaned or Injured Baby Wild Animal?
Found a baby wild animal who you think might need your help? First, make sure the animal is truly orphaned or injured. If the animal is in need of help, learn what to do and how to find a wildlife rehabilitator.
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May 7, 2015
Fur-Free Action Guide: Seven Ways You Can Help Stop the Killing of Animals for Their Fur
Fur factory farms and trappers kill millions of animals each year using brutal methods. Here's what you can do to help animals keep their fur.
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March 19, 2015
Drive Safely: Give Wildlife a “Brake”
Roads and highways increasingly divide wildlife habitats, forcing animals to cross roads in search of food, water, shelter and other necessities. Learn how to minimize your risk of hitting an animal—and what to do if a collision occurs.
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February 9, 2015
Help Dogs, Cats, and Other Animals by Changing State Laws at Humane Lobby Day
You can help pass laws that protect animals in your state. Humane Lobby Day is easy, fun and guaranteed to make you feel like a powerful animal activist. We'll help you find the Humane Lobby Day in your state.
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December 31, 2014
Seven Things You Can Do to Help Wildlife in the New Year
Happy New Year! We've got seven resolutions that will not only help your wild neighbors but also brighten your day. Try even one or two, and you'll be feeling good all year long.
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September 18, 2014
What to Do About Foxes
Seeing foxes out during the day is no cause for alarm. Learn what to do if foxes are living under your porch or deck, how to keep pets safe from foxes and how to tell the difference between rabies and mange.
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June 20, 2014
All in a Day's Work: HSUS State Directors Serve on the Front Lines of Animal Protection
They serve on the front lines of animal protection, lobbying legislators, assisting rescues, helping shelters and so much more. They’re the HSUS state directors: the first point of contact and often the last hope for animals in need.
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May 13, 2014
How to Find a Wildlife Rehabilitator
Found an orphaned injured, or sick wild animal? Once you're sure the animal needs help, contact a local wildlife rehabilitator. Find a wildlife rehabilitator using our state-by-state listing.
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April 8, 2014
Virginia Gov. McAuliffe Signs Legislation Prohibiting Inhumane Fox Pens
Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe signed legislation restricting cruel fox pens – staged competitions where wild-caught foxes are trapped and stocked inside fenced enclosures to be chased down by packs of dogs.
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February 20, 2014
Fox Pens to Remain as Virginia House Committee Votes Down Sensible Legislation
A subcommittee of the Virginia House Committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources voted down legislation to restrict inhumane fox pens. The Humane Society of the United States Virginia State Director Laura Donahue issued a statement in response.
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January 10, 2014
The HSUS Partners with Fashion Design Schools
The HSUS works with fashion design schools throughout the United States to educate the next generation of designers about the cruelties associated with the use of animal fur.
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November 29, 2013
Out in the Cold: Make Your Yard Safe for Wildlife This Winter
Help your local wildlife by making sure your holiday decorations are safe and animal-friendly, and share the holiday love by offering a few basics—food, water, and shelter—to get them through the winter.
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September 26, 2013
Understanding Rabies
Rabies is much less of a danger to Americans now than ever before. Thanks to widespread pet vaccinations, 100% effective post-exposure treatment, and the relative rarity of having a bite by a rabid animal go undetected, the number of human deaths in the United States due to rabies has declined to an average of only one or two per year.
