Trenton Special School District leads Tennessee in pledge to serve 33% plant-based meals by 2027
Trenton Special School District has become the first K-12 school district in Tennessee to pledge to significantly increase its plant-based breakfast and lunch options. Despite being a small rural district with approximately 1,400 students, Trenton SSD is making a big impact by
After sadistic display and killing of a wolf in Wyoming, new poll shows that most voters in the state do not tolerate animal cruelty
A recent poll* conducted by Remington Research Group for the Humane Society of the United States shows overwhelming voter disapproval of currently permitted methods for pursuing and killing wildlife in Wyoming. Media around the world have chronicled growing public outrage over a
Costa Rican authorities strengthen skills to combat illegal wildlife trade
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica—This year, Humane Society International/Latin America has conducted three comprehensive trainings for Costa Rican authorities on how to properly handle wildlife either seized or rescued in police and judicial operations. According to the Judicial Police’s Specialized Section against Environmental
Lion cub rescued from pet trade in Lebanon is relocated to sanctuary in South Africa
CAPE TOWN—A four-month-old lion cub named Pi, who was rescued from an illegal pet owner in Lebanon, has been safely relocated to his new forever home at a true sanctuary in South Africa. Distressing social media videos surfaced in March 2024 showing
World Veterinary Day: new training empowers adoption of humane and innovative procedures for street dogs
INDIA—To celebrate World Veterinary Day, Humane Society International/India launches an innovative street dog spay and neuter training program to equip veterinary professionals, animal welfare organisations and relevant government agencies with essential skills to improve the well-being of dogs living on the streets
The Humane Society of the United States urges the horse racing industry to embrace protective measures for horse safety
WASHINGTON— As racing commences at Churchill Downs ahead of the 150th Kentucky Derby, the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society Legislative Fund call for change to address the devastating loss of horse life at each of the Triple Crown
Horrible Hundred report exposes disturbing realities at puppy mills, including do-it-yourself surgeries, rodent and lice infestations and mysterious puppy deaths
The Humane Society of the United States has released its annual Horrible Hundred report, which exposes violations or concerns at 100 puppy mills to educate the public about conditions prevalent in breeding operations throughout the country. Researchers combed through inspection records from
First farm-to-fork chain commits to animal welfare in central Viet Nam
DA NANG, Viet Nam—Humane Society International applauds An Phu Farm, a farm-to-fork food store chain in central Viet Nam, for its commitment to improve animal welfare. After dialogue with HSI, the company has pledged to phase out the purchase of eggs and
The Humane Society of the United States releases annual Protein Sustainability Scorecard, ranking top food service companies in the US
The Humane Society of the United States has released its annual Protein Sustainability Scorecard, which assesses the efforts of top U.S. food service companies to reduce their impact on the environment and animals through purchasing and menuing practices. The companies included in