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Frequently asked questions: HSI response to Australia bushfires
Q. I’ve seen reports regarding rainfall in Australia – does that mean that wildlife is in the clear? A. Kangaroo Island, the focus of our response, hasn't experienced significant rainfall like some other areas of Australia. Unfortunately, minor amounts of rainfall are inadequate to begin the process
HSI/India Farm Animal Protection Leadership Programme
Farm animal protection is an unexplored sector, and is seldom seen as a long-term career option. The insufficient interest and support from premier public and private institutions has created a vast talent pool gap. What is often overlooked is that the maximum suffering of and impact on animals and
More localities end puppy mill sales in pet stores, taking total to more than 350
The fight to wipe out puppy mills passed a critical milestone this month: more than 350 American localities now ban the sales of puppy mill dogs in pet stores. The latest ordinances were passed by Roselle, New Jersey; Algonquin, Illinois and Carver, Minnesota last week, taking the total number of
Veterinarians address pet owners' concerns about the coronavirus
Update: The USDA has announced the first confirmed case of coronavirus infection in a dog (a German shepherd) in New York state. Officials said one of the dog’s owners tested positive for COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus, and another showed symptoms prior to the dog showing signs of
T K MAXX, Boohoo, Not On The High Street Among Online Retail Giants Caught Selling Real Fur Advertised As ‘Faux’
London—British consumers are being misled into buying real fur from fox, rabbit, chinchilla and mink, falsely advertised as fake fur, an investigation by Humane Society International UK and Sky News has revealed. The investigation found trusted online retailers such as Boohoo, Amazon and Not On The
Rescuing Animals in Crisis
Don't Buy Wild: Products, food & exotic pets
It is likely that when traveling, you will want to purchase unique items or sample local/exotic cuisine to enhance your experience and create lasting memories. It is important to be well-informed so that your choices do not harm wildlife. Products & souvenirs Before you purchase that souvenir, stop