Rats are incredibly hardy animals who have never shown any problem adjusting to change. Usually that change is the introduction of a new poison, as humans constantly work harder and harder to exterminate these animals.

House mice, like all animals, like to stay warm and fed, and often spend their lives comfortably inside buildings without causing any problems. If they must go however, these humane tips will help you find them a new home.

How many animals are used each year in U.S. laboratories for biomedical research? What is the most commonly used species of animal in biomedical research? Where do animals in biomedical research laboratories come from? What happens to the animals when an experiment ends? What is the position of the...

Contents What is the HSUS doing to address pain and distress in animal research? Who regulates pain and distress in research? What percentage of animals experience pain and/or distress during experiments? Which animal most commonly experiences pain or distress during experiments? Why is not much...

Alternative testing methods have many advantages over traditional animal tests—including being more humane—but implementing an alternative from idea to acceptance can take years. Learn more about the step-by-step process, then check out our list of examples in action. Step 1: Defining The word...

The #BeCrueltyFree campaign has issued a public call urging L’Oréal to support legislative efforts to ban cosmetic animal testing and sales worldwide. Despite more than 200 companies in the cosmetics industry having already thrown their weight behind the campaign and legislation, L’Oréal — one of...

The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society Legislative Fund praise California Gov. Jerry Brown for signing groundbreaking legislation that prohibits the sale of cosmetics that have been tested on animals. The law is the first of its kind in North America. SB 1249, championed by...

Animal testing of cosmetic products and ingredients, and the sale of newly animal-tested cosmetics, would be phased out under legislation introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Passage of the Humane Cosmetics Act, H.R.2858, will bring the U.S. in line with more than 30 other countries—home...

Cruelty-free beauty company Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics is re-launching its global best-selling New Shampoo Bar to encourage consumers to get behind The HSUS, HSLF, and HSI's global campaign to ban cosmetic animal testing and trade by signing their petition at www.endanimaltesting.org. The...

Raccoons rarely pose health risks to humans, but as with any wild animal knowing the signs of illness and risks of exposure will help you know how to protect yourself and your family.

Contents What products are considered cosmetics? Is animal testing legally required for cosmetics sold in the United States? Where is animal testing mandatory? Where is animal testing banned? Can legislation help end animal testing for cosmetics? Why do some companies still use animal testing? What...

It can be tempting to acquire a guinea pig on impulse. After all, these little guys have a lot of appealing qualities; they’re small, gentle and personable, just to name a few. A great starter pet, right? Not necessarily. Here are important questions to consider before you dive headlong into a...

Contents Military What types of training involve animals? What happens to the animals? Which animals are used? What laws and regulations address this? What are the alternatives? Are non-animal alternatives effective? Does the military conduct research experiments on animals? Veterinary schools What...

Military Veterinary Schools Medical Schools Advanced Medical Training Sales Demonstrations Military What types of training involve animals? In an attempt to teach its personnel to respond to emergency combat situations, the U.S. military uses live animals in combat trauma training. During this...

Contents How many dogs are used in research and testing? What is the difference between research and testing? What kind of research and testing are dogs used in? What kinds of institutions use dogs in research and testing? Which research institutions in the U.S. have the largest number of dogs in...