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February 5, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States Provides $3,000 Grant for Farmington Pet Adoption Center Repairs
The Humane Society of the United States has provided an emergency grant of $3,000 to Farmington Pet Adoption Center to cover repairs after electrical system problems resulted in a number of small fires and partial loss of heat within the shelter.
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January 29, 2013
The Humane Society of the United States Launches Rescue Central
Rescue Central will provide assistance and expertise to help animal rescue groups operate more efficiently and effectively, build coalitions, discover new tools and techniques for funding their operations and attain the highest levels of animal care.
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January 23, 2013
Pennsylvania House of Representatives Passes Legislation to Reduce Cost of Care for Rescued Animals
The Humane Society of the United States applauds the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for passing House Bill 82, to require alleged animal abusers to pay reasonable costs to care for their animals after seizure. The vote was 163-84.
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December 19, 2012
The HSUS and Local Animal Shelters Ask Missouri Supreme Court to Block Crippling New Animal Adoption Tax
The Humane Society of the United States, the Dogwood Animal Shelter in Osage Beach, Mo., and Stray Rescue of St. Louis, have asked the Missouri Supreme Court to block a crippling new government tax on non-profit animal shelters and rescue groups in Missouri.
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December 19, 2012
Los Angeles-Area Pet Stores Take The HSUS’s ‘Puppy Friendly’ Pledge
Thanks to the efforts of volunteers and local advocates of The Humane Society of the United States, 80 Los Angeles-area pet stores have signed The HSUS’s 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 get a puppy from a responsible source.
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December 12, 2012
Forever and Today: An Interview with the Today Show's Jill Rappaport
Today show's Jill Rappaport Gives the Star Treatment to Rescue Pets
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December 7, 2012
Colbie Caillat Teams Up with The HSUS to Make Holidays Safe and Happy for Pets
For singer/songwriter Colbie Caillat, celebrating the holidays means being surrounded by the ones you love—including your pets. As a spokesperson for The HSUS, Caillat shares some simple tips for keeping pets safe from holiday hazards, and for bringing a new pet into your household during this busy season.
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December 7, 2012
Consejos para mantener a las mascotas sanas y seguras durante las fiestas navideñas
La organización de protección animal The Humane Society of the United States comparte algunos consejos simples para las personas que quieren traer a una nueva mascota a su hogar y para mantener a las mascotas a salvo de los peligros durante esta temporada navideña.
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December 5, 2012
Celebrate Animals this Holiday Season with Unique Gift Ideas from The HSUS
The Humane Society of the United States has great gift suggestions for everyone searching for the perfect holiday gifts for pet owners, pets or others who care about animals.
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November 14, 2012
¿Qué planes tiene para su mascota para el Día de Acción de Gracias?
La organización The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) les recuerda que es importante incluir a nuestros amigos caninos y felinos en los preparativos para el Día de Acción de Gracias.
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November 2, 2012
The HSUS Celebrates National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week
In celebration of National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week from Nov. 4-10, The Humane Society of the United States, the nation’s largest animal protection organization, encourages pet lovers to reach out and support their local shelters and rescues.
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October 30, 2012
It's National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week!
Show your local animal shelter and rescue group some appreciation year-round. Here's how.
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October 25, 2012
The Humane Society of the United States Applauds Gov. Tom Corbett for Signing Ban on Gas Chamber Use at Animal Shelters
The Humane Society of the United States applauds Gov. Tom Corbett for signing HB 2630 into law. The law bans the use of carbon monoxide chambers at animal shelters and allows shelter personnel to procure the drugs necessary to euthanize animals in a humane manner.
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October 19, 2012
Off Duty: Public Pit Bull Defender
HSUS staff attorney Gina Tomaselli spends her spare time fostering pit bulls and fighting the discrimination faced by this unfairly maligned breed.
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October 8, 2012
The HSUS Opposes Effort to Shut Down Alabama’s Low Cost Spay Neuter Clinics
The HSUS, on behalf of its 107,000 Alabama members and supporters, submitted comments in opposition to rules proposed by the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners that would prevent animal shelters from providing affordable veterinary care to their animals.
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October 5, 2012
The HSUS Applauds Joe’s PET DEPOT for Helping Adoptable Dogs and Cats
With support from The Humane Society of the United States, Joe Seneshale, owner of Joe’s PET DEPOT, will no longer sell puppies at his stores, and has converted to a humane business model of selling pet supplies and making available homeless dogs and cats from local animal shelters.
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October 4, 2012
Pit Smitten: Frisbee Dog Defies Stereotypes
"Wallace," a new book by Jim Gorant, tells the story of a nearly-doomed shelter dog who blossomed into a Frisbee champ after being given a second chance. In this interview, Andrew "Roo" Yori tells us why he adopted Wallace and how his dog is changing hearts and minds about breed discrimination.
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October 4, 2012
Wyo. Pet Store Owner Helps Homeless Pets
Joe's PET DEPOT in Wyoming offers shelter pet adoptions at its grand re-opening
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October 2, 2012
The HSUS Applauds Pennsylvania House Vote to Ban Gas Chambers at Animal Shelters
The Humane Society of the United States applauds the Pennsylvania House for voting to pass House Bill 2630, which would ban the use of carbon monoxide chambers at animal shelters, and allow shelter personnel to procure the drugs necessary to euthanize animals in a humane manner.
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September 25, 2012
The HSUS and PetSmart Charities® Announce Pets for Life Mentorship Grant Recipients
The HSUS and PetSmart Charities® announced that ten local animal care organizations from around the country have been selected to receive the groups’ Pets for Life Mentorship program grant, totaling $452,500 for the groups to provide direct, hands-on community outreach training tailored to help pets and pet owners in under-served neighborhoods.
