The Fund for Animals and the Humane Society of the United States merger is complete
WASHINGTON—Today the Fund for Animals and the Humane Society of the United States finalized the merger announced in 2021. The Fund for Animals—which operated Black Beauty Ranch, Duchess Sanctuary and Rural Area Veterinary Services—has been an affiliate of the Humane Society family
Third 'super tusker' elephant killed in Tanzania within the past six months
CAPE TOWN, South Africa—It has been reported that another “super tusker” elephant bull, from the Amboseli elephant population, has been shot and killed in the Enduimet Wildlife Management Area in Tanzania. The killing took place during a hunting expedition operated by Kilombero
Approximately 250 dogs and puppies rescued from alleged cruelty at two puppy mills in Milburn, Oklahoma
Editor's note: This release has been updated to reflect the final count of animals removed from the property. The Humane Society of the United States is assisting the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office with the rescue of approximately 250 dogs and puppies as
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‘Huge Victory’ for wildlife celebrated by animal protection, environmental groups as health Canada announces strychnine poisoning ban
OTTAWA, Ontario—Wolf Awareness, WeHowl, Animal Justice, the International Fund for Animal Welfare, Humane Society International/Canada and Animal Alliance of Canada are applauding a decision by Health Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency to cease the use of the poison strychnine for killing wild
The University of Texas reaches major milestone with half of all meals served being plant based
AUSTIN, Texas—The University of Texas at Austin has set a precedent in sustainable campus dining by becoming the first institution in the nation to fulfill the Forward Food pledge with the Humane Society of the United States. UT Austin now offers 50%
The Humane Society of the United States presents Humane Horseman of the Year Award to renowned horse trainer Carl Bledsoe for leading advocacy in ethical horsemanship
Today the Humane Society of the United States honored Carl Bledsoe as its Humane Horseman of the Year at the Horse World Expo in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The annual award honors individuals who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to protecting America’s equines. Bledsoe’s journey
Environmental Crime Directive given more teeth to protect wildlife
BRUSSELS— Today, the European Parliament approved the revised Environment Crime Directive, strengthening the EU's approach to addressing environmental crime. This decision, endorsing the compromise agreement reached between the Council of the European Union and the European Commission in November 2023, marks a
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Lucknow hits 70% street dog sterilization and vaccination success on World Spay Day
LUCKNOW, Uttar Pradesh— On World Spay Day, Humane Society International/India and Lucknow Municipal Corporation celebrate sterilizing and vaccinating 70% of the street dog population in Lucknow, achieving the goal set forth by the city’s first-ever Animal Birth Control program launched in 2019
Wings of progress for better welfare
Join us as we celebrate Malaysia's huge step forward in animal welfare at a signing ceremony for Malaysia's first cage-free aviary. Friday, March 22, 2024 Bunga Room, Seri Pacific Kuala Lumpur Register Schedule: 2.30pm-3.00pm: Registration and welcome coffee 3.00pm-3.05pm: Welcome message by
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