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October 20, 2011
Protecting the Underdog: Hello Bully Helps Rescue 200 Ohio Pit Bulls
Dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to rehabilitate pit bulls rescued from the fighting pit.
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October 13, 2011
The HSUS Helps Rescue 161 Dogs and Puppies from Montana Puppy Mill
The HSUS' Animal Rescue Team was called in by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and County Attorney to assist in the rescue of 161 malamutes from a puppy mill in Jefferson City, Mont.
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October 11, 2011
Reward Offered in Flint, Mich., Dogfighting Case
The HSUS 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 abandoning a suspected fighting dog in Flint, Mich., on Sept. 30.
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October 8, 2011
The HSUS Applauds Governor Brown’s Enactment of New Animal Protection Reforms
Championed by The Humane Society of the United States and other advocacy organizations, backed by Californians, and supported by overwhelmingly bi-partisan votes in the Legislature, the seven bills signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown this session add to California’s track record as a front-runner in initiating path-breaking animal protection legislation.
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October 6, 2011
Reward Offered in Rocky Mount, N.C. Poodle Neglect Case
The HSUS is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information in the case of two neglected poodles found wandering in Rocky Mount, N.C.
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October 5, 2011
Animal Welfare Groups Call on Missouri Department of Agriculture to Abolish “Shelter Adoption Tax”
The HSUS, The ASPCA® and Best Friends Animal Society are calling on the Department of Agriculture to abolish a newly proposed tax on nonprofit animal shelters and rescue organizations in Missouri.
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October 5, 2011
"The Puppy Diaries": Learning to Raise a Dog
New York Times Executive Editor Jill Abramson shares the story of the first year with her dog, Scout, in "Puppy Diaries." Come to an event with Abramson and Wayne Pacelle in New York City on October 11, 2011.
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October 5, 2011
Reward Offered in Gladstone, Mich., Cat and Dog Shootings
The HSUS, with support from the Delta Animal Shelter, is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information about the shooting of a cat and dog in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
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October 3, 2011
Puppy Mills Petition Surpasses 10,000 Signatures, More than Twice the Number Needed to Assure a White House Response
Less than ten days since its filing, a petition submitted to the White House from The Humane Society of the United States, the ASPCA® and the Humane Society Legislative Fund asking President Obama to crack down on puppy mills gathered more than 10,600 signatures – doubling the threshold needed to assure an official response.
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September 29, 2011
Reward Offered in Illinois Dog Abuse Case
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the abuse and neglect of a dog in Quincy, Ill.
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September 23, 2011
Reward Offered in Bridgeport, Conn. Dog Killing
The HSUS is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the killing of Buddy, a rescued pitbull mix in Conn.
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September 22, 2011
"V" is for Victory for Vermont Dogs
Upon hearing the news that The HSUS had gained custody of more than 50 Labrador dogs being cared for at our temporary shelter in West Halifax, Vt., staff and volunteers cheered--and one of the dogs showed her good spirits by jumping (video).
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September 21, 2011
Dogs Seized from Vermont Puppy Mill Now Receiving Care at Multiple Vt. and Mass. Shelters
Twelve dogs are now finding refuge at the Second Chance Animal Shelter in East Brookfield, Mass., after being rescued from a suspected puppy mill in Bakersfield, Vt., in July.
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September 19, 2011
Reward Offered in Montana Dog Stabbing
The HSUS is offering a reward for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the stabbing death of a Labrador in Great Falls, Mont.
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September 15, 2011
Five Pet Store Chains Take ‘Puppy Friendly’ Pledge
Thanks to the efforts of local advocates, 46 pet stores across the nation have recently signed The Humane Society of the United States' Puppy Friendly Pet Stores pledge — committing not to sell puppies, and instead support local animal adoption programs and provide literature that helps customers learn how to locate a responsible dog breeder.
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September 13, 2011
Tougher Animal Fighting Law Takes Effect as The HSUS Conducts Training at N.Y. State Sheriffs’ Association Conference
In New York, anyone who knowingly attends a dogfight or cockfight will now be charged with a misdemeanor crime punishable by up to three months in prison and a $500 fine. A second offense will carry up to a year in prison and a $1,000 fine.
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September 9, 2011
Pennsylvania Sloshes through Flood Waters, Scrambles to Help Animals
The HSUS Animal Rescue Team offers information and resources for pets and pet owners struggling through the massive floods this week in Pennsylvania.
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September 7, 2011
Reward Offered in Leonardville, Kan., Dog Thefts and Abuse
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information about the theft of three dogs and the beating death of two dogs in Leonardville, Kan.
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September 7, 2011
The HSUS and Michigan Humane Society Applaud Michigan Senate for Unanimous Passage of Three Strong Animal Fighting Laws
The Humane Society of the United States and the Michigan Humane Society praised the Michigan Senate for unanimously passing a package of bills that provide a range of solutions for communities plagued by illegal animal fighting.
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September 7, 2011
The HSUS Assists Craven County Law Enforcement in Dog Cruelty Case
The HSUS, working with the Craven County Sheriff’s Office, assisted in the seizure of six adult dogs and two newborn puppies from a property in Havelock, North Carolina.
