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December 7, 2010
An Overdue Overhaul of Safety Testing
Modeled on the Human Genome Project, the Human Toxicology Project is pushing the envelope on safety testing on human cells or tissues, rather than animals.
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December 7, 2010
Seattle Area Pet Stores Take The HSUS' ‘Puppy Friendly’ Pledge
More than 60 Seattle area pet stores have signed The HSUS' puppy friendly pet store pledge — committing not to sell puppies, and instead support local animal adoption programs and provide literature that helps customers locate a reputable dog breeder.
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December 6, 2010
Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Challenging Dog Breeding Regulations as Unconstitutional
The HSUS applauds a decision by the Federal District Court in Florida upholding Volusia County’s animal care ordinance, and rejecting the plaintiff’s claim that dog breeders have a constitutional right to operate free from humane regulations.
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December 3, 2010
Rescued Puppy Mill Dog Deserves "The Best Life Ever"
The Humane Society of the United States’ Holly Tarry was touring National Mill Dog Rescue in Colorado when Piper and the other dogs rescued from a puppy mill arrived. Tarry couldn’t resist Piper’s soulful eyes.
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December 3, 2010
Dozens of Neglected Dogs Rescued Near Montreal
Humane Society International/Canada and SPA Mauricie along with ANIMA Quebec worked together this week to rescue more than 30 dogs in a rural town east of Montreal, Quebec.
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December 2, 2010
When Puppy Mills Don't Pay Taxes
Tax assessments are another tool available to those who aim to shut down irresponsible, cruel puppy mills.
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December 2, 2010
Food Safety Modernization Act: A Step Forward
If it becomes law, S. 510 could make food safer for humans and pets and conditions more humane for animals in factory farms.
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December 1, 2010
Better Lives for 122 Dogs Rescued from Indiana Puppy Mill
More than 100 dogs saved from a Bloomfield, Ind. puppy mill are now on their way to better lives thanks to the efforts of local authorities, area humane organizations and The HSUS, which acted as the lead animal welfare organization in this rescue mission.
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November 30, 2010
Celebrate Shelter Pets Day on Facebook Today
Join us today for shelter pet appreciation day on Facebook! Share photos, memories, and special stories about a wonderful shelter pet you’ve known or loved and help spread the message that there are many great pets in shelters waiting to find good, loving homes like yours.
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November 30, 2010
Haunted by Sad Eyes in Puppy Mills
Mary Jo Dazey was a leading signature gatherer for Missouri's Proposition B campaign to dismantle cruel puppy mills.
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November 30, 2010
Grammy Nominee Makes Puppy Mill Plea
Grammy Award nominee Colbie Caillat, a spokesperson for The HSUS’s Puppy Mills campaign, is asking the public to join her in pledging not to shop at pet stores or Internet sites that sell puppies during Puppy Mill Action Week.
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November 24, 2010
Michael Vick Warns Youth Away From Dogfighting
Michael Vick spoke to children in Connecticut to warn them away from dogfighting.
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November 23, 2010
Pet Crates Donated to Oregon Homeless Shelter
The HSUS partnered with Multnomah County Animal Services in Oregon to provide crates for pets at a homeless shelter this winter.
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November 23, 2010
Children's Pet Poetry Contest
Now through January 31, 2011, the American Pet Products Association is accepting entries from third through fifth graders for its 3rd Annual National Children’s Pet Poetry Contest.
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November 19, 2010
Celebrate Animals this Holiday Season with Unique Gifts from The HSUS
The HSUS has great gift suggestions for anyone searching for the perfect holiday gifts for pet owners, pets or others who care about animals.
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November 19, 2010
The HSUS Offers Reward in Morrisville, W.Va., Animal Cruelty Case
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 placing a zip-tie around the mouth of a 1-year-old yellow Lab found in Morrisville, W.Va.
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November 19, 2010
The HSUS Offers Reward in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Poodle Abandonment and Neglect Case
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 extreme neglect and abandonment of an elderly toy poodle in Idaho.
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November 18, 2010
The HSUS Offers Reward in East Islip, N.Y., Animal Cruelty Case
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 brutal killing of a dog in East Islip, N.Y.
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November 15, 2010
The HSUS Offers Reward in Detroit Animal Cruelty Case
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 setting a dog on fire in Detroit on Halloween.
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November 10, 2010
Someone to Watch Over Me: Part 4
At military and veterans' hospitals around the country, dogs are increasingly part of the cure.
