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Taking Suffering Out of Science

Together, we can reduce⁠—and eventually eliminate⁠—harmful animal testing and research.
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Undercover investigation finds dogs suffering in lab experiments

Update 3/27/19: Dow AgroSciences ( Corteva Agriscience ) has officially agreed to release the beagles to our shelter partner, Michigan Humane Society. We are so grateful to each and every one of you who spoke up and took action to save these dogs. As we celebrate their freedom, our work is far from...
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By M. Carrie Allan
March 12, 2019

Having trouble affording veterinary care?

No owner wants a pet to suffer because medical care is out of reach. Financial aid is out there, and there are steps you can take to cover an emergency vet bill.
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What to do about wild mice

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.
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Adapted from the book Wild Neighbors
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Keep animal testing out of your shopping cart

You can become a more compassionate consumer by making sure your cosmetics and personal care, household and pet care products aren't tested on animals. It's easier than you think. Support the Humane Cosmetics Act The Humane Cosmetics Act would end cosmetics testing on animals in the U.S. by...
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Two senior black bears used in the entertainment industry arrive at the Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch to live out the remainder of their lives

On January 8, The Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch welcomed its newest residents – two senior black bears retired from the entertainment industry. After their owner used them in a traveling bear show for their entire lives, he chose to retire them at CABBR. Like all new arrivals, the two bears...
Press Release
January 22, 2018

Foods that can be poisonous to pets

Some foods that are safe for people can be very dangerous for pets. Protect your pets by reading our list of some common foods that can be poisonous for dogs, cats and other pets.
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Ending Cosmetics Animal Testing

Because beauty should be kind.
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Cosmetics testing FAQ

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...
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About the Canadian seal hunt

Canada's annual commercial seal hunt is the largest slaughter of marine mammals on the planet. Facing harsh criticism the world over because of the hunt's cruelty and unsustainability, the Canadian government and fishing industry have spread much misinformation. Here are the basic facts about the...
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Mice & Rats

Mice and rats are curious, social animals who can make excellent pets.
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Fighting Animal Cruelty and Neglect

Together, we can reduce needless cruelty to animals.
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Bears

Bears are powerful, majestic animals who were once nearly wiped out, but are now reclaiming their wild homes.
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Chimpanzees

Chimpanzees are wild, complex animals who live in family groups and form lifelong bonds.
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Polar Bears

Depending on pack ice for their habitat, polar bears are threatened by climate change—and by traffic in their fur and parts.
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Glue boards

Glue boards (also known as glue traps) might seem like a safe solution to ridding your home of uninvited guests of the crawling, flying or scurrying sort, but they are one of the cruelest.
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Helping Captive Wild Animals

You can help us keep wild animals where they belong—in the wild.
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Travel safely with your pet by car, airplane, ship or train

Use The HSUS's travel tips to keep your pet safe while traveling by car, airplane, ship or train.
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Be Cruelty-Free supporters

Be Cruelty-Free supporters The following companies support the Humane Society of the United States' and Humane Society International's Be Cruelty-Free campaign, a global effort to end animal testing for cosmetics and personal care products. Join the Campaign More than 200 companies and stakeholders...
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What to do about wild rats

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.
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Adapted from the book Wild Neighbors

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