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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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Out of style

She was reaching for the monkey fur coat when it happened. As New York City fashion designer Kym Canter went into her closet to grab the vintage black fur that had once drawn admiring looks and made her feel chic and sexy, she felt something else entirely: She knew people at the party she was headed...
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by Karen E. Lange
September 1, 2019

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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Humane shopping guide

Fur factory farms and trappers kill millions of animals each year using brutal methods just for their fur. With your help, the Humane Society of the United States is fighting back—and winning—with brands, cities and countries moving away from fur. But to make progress, we need you. There are five...
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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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Coping with the death of your pet

When your pet dies, it's natural to feel sorrow, express grief, and need understanding and comfort from friends and family. Sometimes it's hard for others to understand your loss.
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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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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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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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Chimpanzees

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

These shy, gentle animals share our neighborhoods—and sometimes our homes.
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Turtles

Turtles have been roaming the Earth for millions of years—but now dozens of these “slow and steady” species are racing toward extinction.
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Frisco, Texas Petland store faces citations after undercover investigation by the Humane Society of the United States finds sick puppies, lack of proper veterinary care

Between July and August 2019, a hidden-camera investigation conducted by the Humane Society of the United States in the Frisco, Texas, Petland store uncovered both animal mistreatment and rampant disease. Citations for alleged violations of the city animal control ordinance are reportedly pending...
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September 12, 2019

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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