-
May 20, 2013
Residents in the Path of Severe Weather Urged to Include Pets in Disaster Plans
As destructive tornadoes and other severe weather continue to threaten the Midwest and Plains regions, The Humane Society of the United States urges residents to prepare by taking some simple – but critical – steps to keep their pets safe.
-
April 25, 2013
Maryville Horse Trainer’s Horses Seized in Soring Investigation
Authorities seized 19 horses who may have been subjected to the cruel practice of “soring” from a Maryville, Tenn., barn and transported them to safety.
-
March 13, 2013
The HSUS Helps Rescue 100+ Neglected Animals in Ohio
The HSUS helped rescue more than a hundred dogs, horses, goats, and other animals suffering from neglect in Bellaire, Ohio.
-
December 21, 2012
2012 ACE Documentary Grant Winners
"Shadow Trade," an investigation into Thai dog trafficking, wins The HSUS's 2012 ACE Documentary Film Grant. "Horsepower," the runner-up, touches on a variety of equine issues.
-
December 19, 2012
Kind News Story: Rescued Daisy Now a Therapy Horse
Rescued from neglect, Daisy is now a "therapy horse," helping people with disabilities learn how to ride, walk, and even talk. From the Dec. 2012/Jan. 2013 issue of Kind News, our magazine for kids.
-
December 5, 2012
The HSUS Launches Safe Stalls Horse Rescue Network
The Humane Society of the United States is launching a new program to help horses rescued from cruelty and neglect cases or natural disasters.
-
September 25, 2012
The Humane Society of the United States Assists in Rescue of More Than 130 Animals from North Carolina Hoarder
The Humane Society of the United States and area organizations were called in by Person County Animal Control to assist in the rescue of more than 80 animals from a Rougemont, N.C., property.
-
September 19, 2012
The Humane Society of the United States Assists in Rescue of 10 Horses from Abuse
The HSUS and Dusty Trails Horse Rescue were called in by the Crenshaw County Sheriff’s Department to assist in the rescue of 10 horses from a Highland Home, Ala., property.
-
September 11, 2012
The HSUS Helps Rescue More Than 200 Dogs, Other Animals from S.C. Puppy Mill
The HSUS and Humane Society of Charlotte were called in by the Edgefield County Sheriff’s Office to assist in the rescue of approximately 250 animals from a Johnston, S.C., property.
-
August 31, 2012
The Humane Society of the United States Rescues More Than 20 Horses from Mississippi Flood
The HSUS worked with McComb animal control officers and local volunteers to rescue 23 horses from flood waters reaching their chests in Magnolia, Miss. as part of ongoing efforts to help communities and animals along the Gulf Coast impacted by Hurricane Isaac.
-
August 30, 2012
The HSUS Sends Disaster Response Team to Louisiana
The HSUS has deployed to Jefferson Parish, La., in response to a request for assistance from the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter.
-
July 25, 2012
Animal Rescue Team Provides Emergency Hay for Horses
The HSUS's Animal Rescue Team continues to monitor and provide food for horses in Montana and Utah whose grazing lands were destroyed by wildfires.
-
July 6, 2012
Fast-Moving Fire in Idaho Catches Pet Owners Short
A ferocious fire in Idaho left little time for pet owners to prepare before fleeing. The HSUS is helping local shelters and the animals left behind.
-
July 5, 2012
Wayne's Blog: Helping Animals Affected by Wildfires and Severe Weather
HSUS President and CEO Wayne Pacelle discusses how the organization is helping animals affected by the spate of wildfires in the West and its implications for animal welfare globally.
-
July 3, 2012
Hay for Horses Out West, Heat in the Mid-Atlantic
The HSUS's Animal Rescue Team is carrying tons of hay to horses in Montana left without food by wildfires, and is providing financial help to a Maryland shelter during a power outage.
-
July 2, 2012
Fire and Heat Threaten Animals in Western and Eastern States
As firefighters struggle to contain wildfires in Colorado, Montana, and Utah, The HSUS brings pet food and checks on animals left behind. In the Atlantic states, severe storms knocked out power and our Animal Rescue Team stands ready with help and advice.
-
April 4, 2012
The HSUS Assists in Rescue of Severely Abused Horses in Texas
Three severely neglected horses have been taken in by The HSUS after Constable Dennis Taylor’s Office seized them pursuant to a court order finding that the owner’s mistreatment of the horses violated the Texas Health and Safety Code.
-
December 29, 2011
The HSUS Takes to the Sky (and Then Some) for Equines in 2011
The HSUS helped donkeys in Hawaii, rescued and cared for horses who were cruelty victims throughout the country, fought horse slaughter, and worked to end soring in 2011.
-
September 7, 2011
Texas Sanctuaries Work to Safeguard More Than 1,100 Animals from Wildfires
Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch and Doris Day Horse Rescue and Adoption Center work to safeguard animals and offer tips for Texas residents.
-
September 7, 2011
The HSUS and and ASPCA to Provide Emergency Funds to N.J. Horse Sanctuary
The Humane Society of the United States and the ASPCA have pledged to provide $5,000 in financial assistance to Rivers Edge Horse Rescue and Sanctuary in Newton, N.J.
