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Petland investigations, Macy’s fur-free announcement among most read blogs of...
Some of the year's most read blogs were about our investigations into Petland stores that showed animals at the stores suffering from illnesses, including seizures, respiratory infections, diarrhea and...
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Update: Trump signs omnibus funding package with wins for horses and burros,...
The funding package provides an additional $21 million to the Bureau of Land Management’s Wild Horse and Burro Program—funds that can only be accessed after the agency submits a comprehensive plan on...
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In 2019, we made big strides for companion animals in puppy mills, dog meat...
In a landmark announcement, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced plans to end all animal testing on dogs, mice, rabbits and other mammals for chemicals and pesticides by 2035. Photo by...
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In 2019, HSI drove key global wins for farm animals and against dog meat...
HSI closed down two dog meat operations in South Korea this year -- its 14th and 15th -- rescuing nearly 300 dogs. Above, one of the rescued dogs, Molly. Photo by Rachel Riley/Rachel Riley...
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In 2019, the HSUS and our affiliates produced extraordinary gains for all...
California announced a moratorium on bobcat hunting and trapping after a campaign we helped to wage. Photo by Elroy LimmerThe year 2019 was one of extraordinary gains for animals trapped in the cruel...
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Let’s make this the year we end cosmetics testing in all of the United States
The HCA would, with certain exceptions, end all animal testing for cosmetic products and ingredients in the United States and prohibit the import of cosmetics that have been tested on animals anywhere...
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New building makes room for more chimpanzees to retire at Project Chimps
After dinner we were treated to an impromptu performance by Leo, pictured above, who danced around, drumming on everything in his enclosure. He kept time and beat perfectly. Photo by Crystal...
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State of the animals under the Trump administration: a year of highs and lows
The Fish and Wildlife Service announced its plan to issue a rule to remove ESA protections for gray wolves. Photo by David Osborn/Alamy Stock PhotoThis past year has been a mixed one for animals under...
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BREAKING NEWS: On Congress’s orders, USDA begins restoring inspection reports...
In December 2019, Congress enacted a provision in the FY20 appropriations bill, issuing a clear mandate to the USDA to reinstate full, searchable public access to all AWA and HPA records without...
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Congress should act fast to protect animals in puppy mills, roadside zoos and...
With cities and states imposing quarantines and curfews, and businesses shuttering their doors and asking employees to stay home, animals in institutional settings are extremely vulnerable to neglect...
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Breaking news: Mexican Senate passes bill to outlaw cosmetics testing
Mexican consumers, polls show, are increasingly turning toward cosmetics that do not involve animal suffering. Photo by iStock.comMexico took a giant step toward ending animal testing for cosmetics...
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BREAKING: HSUS, HSLF, HSI release policy plan on wildlife markets, factory...
Intensive confinement of farm animals has substantial links to the origin and spread of diseases because of the sheer numbers of animals that are packed together in unsanitary and pathogenic...
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Breaking news: Nation’s top science panel recommends VA should stop most...
The report recommends the careful clinical use of companion dogs when feasible (such as when people are getting their pet treated for cancer) instead of using dogs who spend their whole lives locked up...
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Spending bills move up in Congress, with provisions for gray wolves,...
The bill includes vital language protecting healthy wild horses and burros managed by both the BLM and U.S. Forest Service from being sent to slaughter and/or being killed. Photo by Grace Kahler/The...
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Breaking: HSUS/HSLF report identifies key U.S. policy changes needed to avoid...
We are calling for a ban on the trade in animals like foxes, raccoon dogs and mink who are used for fur and are common transmitters of zoonotic diseases. Photo by Kristo Muurimaa/Oikeutta...
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Industry support for Humane Cosmetics Act grows, with 900 companies...
During testing for cometics, rabbits, mice, rats and guinea pigs have substances variously forced down their throats, dripped into their eyes, or smeared onto their skin. They are often left to suffer...
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Virtually the best conference ever: registration open for Taking Action for...
The fundamental purpose of our marquee advocacy training event, Taking Action for Animals Online is to support greater political and social engagement by those who care about animals. COVID-19 hasn’t...
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Senate appropriations package has both good and bad news for animals
The Senate package gives the Bureau of Land Management an additional $15 million to implement a non-lethal management program for wild horses and burros. Photo by Grace Kahler/The HSUSThe Senate...
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Breaking news: Congress’s omnibus package includes big wins for animals
The package provides an increase of more than $14 million for the Bureau of Land Management to implement non-lethal management of wild horses and burros, featuring PZP, a humane, reversible fertility...
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Rescued beagles are a holiday reminder of why our work – and your support –...
Following our investigation at a Michigan lab, we helped secure the release of 32 beagles to our shelter partner, Michigan Humane Society. Pictured above, Millie, one of the beagles who has since been...
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