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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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The science behind farm animal welfare

Around the world, animals used for meat, eggs and dairy often suffer on factory farms where they are treated as units of production rather than sentient creatures. The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International present comprehensive reports on animal agribusiness and its...
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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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No-fly zone: Denied their natural habits, millions of pet parrots lead bleak, lonely lives

She embodied all the magic and the misery of modern parrots. Sofia popped off her perch, climbed up my arm, and leaned into my face. A Moluccan cockatoo, among the world’s most stunning birds, Sofia’s most distinctive feature is her huge round head—big, white, and inviting as a fluffy pillow. She...
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Charles Bergman
March 1, 2013

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

Veg-friendly restaurant guide

Did you know? If every American ate a plant-based diet just one day a week, it would be the equivalent to cutting 500,000 cars’ worth of greenhouse gas emissions. By saving animals, you'll help save our planet! ( NOTE : Menu options are subject to change.) The following chain restaurants offer these...
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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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Taking precautions for protecting livestock

The following is a list of suggestions we recommend to help keep your livestock safe during an emergency. Make a disaster plan to protect your property, your facilities and your animals. Create a list of emergency telephone numbers, including those of your employees, neighbors, veterinarian, state...
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Disaster FAQ

Current crisis Our Animal Rescue Team has not been called in to assist in any disasters at this time.
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Welcome to my humane backyard

The suspect creeping up near my front fence was a tough character—broad-leafed and thick-stemmed and threatening to invade my property and swallow it whole if I didn’t act fast. There was no hesitation that summer morning as I headed to work: Off with his head! It was a decision made all too easy by...
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Nancy Lawson
September 1, 2013
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Exploited into extinction

Seven years ago, Minnesota attorney Jack Fay went to Kenya to meet the orphaned baby elephant he had been “fostering” through online donations. The HSUS state council member waited at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, on the edge of Nairobi, as Naipoki’s keepers brought her back from a day in the forest...
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by Karen E. Lange
November 1, 2019

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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Super-size problem

Fresh from the trauma of World War II, mid-century Americans imagined a peaceful, prosperous future. They dreamed of moon rockets and flying cars. They envisioned house-cleaning robots. And, after years of rationing, they hoped for bountiful meals. Most particularly, they hungered for chicken. But...
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Karen Lange
March 1, 2017
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Improving the Lives of Farm Animals

Together, we can reduce the suffering of animals raised for meat, eggs and milk.
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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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Chickens

Chickens are intelligent birds with a complex social hierarchy.
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Eating for tomorrow

We are alive at a pivotal moment: For ourselves, for the Earth and for every animal on the planet. If we all are to survive, we must change the way we eat. Which sounds dire. But it is within our grasp. Think of it as a chance for a better world. A great and shared adventure. A journey to a place...
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By Karen E. Lange
June 1, 2019

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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