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September 14, 2016
One-sided ‘Wisconsin Wolf Summit’ ignores science, refuses input from wolf advocates
The Humane Society of the United States is disappointed that the organizers of the upcoming ‘Wisconsin Wolf Summit’ in Cumberland, Wisconsin, are showing contempt for science and perpetuating myths about wolf behavior and the status of the species in Wisconsin and the rest of the Great Lakes region.
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November 3, 2015
Anti-Poaching Bill passes House of Representatives
The U.S. House of Representatives tonight passed by voice vote H.R. 2494, the Global Anti-Poaching Act.
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June 30, 2015
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Denies Threatened Status for Gray Wolf, Rejecting Reasonable Compromise on Contentious Issue
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service rejected a petition that would reclassify most gray wolves under the Endangered Species Act as “threatened” throughout the contiguous United States.
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February 12, 2015
Federal Legislation Would Strip ESA Protections for Gray Wolves
Representatives from Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Wyoming introduced legislation that would remove gray wolves in those states from the Endangered Species list.
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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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January 16, 2015
Frequently Asked Questions about the Gray Wolf in the United States
Find out the truth behind the U.S. government's attempts to deprive the gray wolf of Endangered Species Act protections.
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November 17, 2014
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Urged to Stop the Trophy Hunting of Wolves
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is being urged to stop the trophy hunting of wolves, in the wake of the nation’s first statewide vote on wolf hunting in the recent election.
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November 17, 2014
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Urged to Stop the Trophy Hunting of Wolves
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is being urged to stop the trophy hunting of wolves, in the wake of the nation’s first statewide vote on wolf hunting in the recent election.
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October 30, 2014
Michigan Native Ellen Burstyn Urges Residents to Vote NO on Proposals 1 and 2
Academy Award-winning actress Ellen Burstyn has announced her support of the campaign to stop the trophy hunting of wolves and the power grab by politicians in Michigan.
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September 5, 2014
Gray Wolves in the Wild: Photos and Facts About Pack Behavior, Howling and Family Life
Once hunted to the brink of extinction, gray wolves are again caught in the crosshairs. Here's a look at one of nature's most misunderstood creatures and the fight to protect them.
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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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December 20, 2013
“Medicine of the Wolf” Wins Annual Filmmaking Grant
“Medicine of the Wolf,” a documentary examining the treatment of America’s gray wolves, has won the eighth annual Animal Content in Entertainment documentary grant offered by The Humane Society of the United States.
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July 11, 2013
Montana Commission Expands Trophy Hunting for Wolves
The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Commission approved an unjustified and devastating proposal to expand trophy hunting of Montana’s wolves.
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June 19, 2013
Wisconsin Voters Support Protecting Wolves by 8 to 1 Margin
A statewide survey reveals Wisconsin voters, by more than an eight-to-one margin, strongly oppose the trophy hunting and trapping of wolves, with strong majorities in every demographic group and political affiliation supporting wolf protection.
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June 7, 2013
Federal Government Delivers Another Major Blow to Wolves
The Department of Interior has announced its plans to drop endangered species protections for the still-recovering gray wolf population in the lower 48 states, a decision that could leave wolves vulnerable to exploitation from ranchers and trophy hunting and trapping organizations.
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May 9, 2013
Governor Signs Bill that Takes Away Rights and Michigan’s Traditional Wildlife Protections
Gov. Rick Snyder signed into a law a bill that nullifies the voice of voters in deciding whether the state’s fragile and declining wolf population can be designated as a game species for hunting and trapping.
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May 2, 2013
Governor Urged to Veto Bill that Threatens Voting Rights and Michigan’s Wildlife
The Michigan House passed legislation Thursday to block voters from having a say in whether the state’s fragile and declining wolf population can be designated as a game species for hunting and trapping.
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April 29, 2013
TV Ad Urges Michigan Lawmakers to Protect Voting Rights and Michigan’s Wildlife
A new TV ad airing throughout Michigan is urging state lawmakers to oppose legislation that would take away the rights of Michigan voters to have a say on any new hunting and trapping seasons of traditional non-game animals, including wolves and sandhill cranes.
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April 25, 2013
Senate Passes Bill that Threatens Voting Rights and Michigan’s Wildlife
The Michigan Senate passed legislation Thursday to block voters from having a say in whether non-game animals, such as wolves and sandhill cranes and others, are designated as game species for hunting and trapping.
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April 19, 2013
TV Ad Campaign Urges Michigan Lawmakers to Protect Voting Rights and to Halt Effort to Repeal Dove Referendum
A new TV ad campaign airing throughout Michigan is urging state lawmakers to oppose legislation that would take away the rights of Michigan voters to have a say on any new hunting and trapping seasons of protected wildlife species, including mourning doves and wolves.
