[ad_1] Modeled after our longtime federal Humane Scorecard, the Humane Society Legislative Fund’s state scorecards hold state legislators accountable to a range of humane interests—and have become increasingly influential with those who value the well-being of animals. As we work together to advance the animal protection agenda in your state, we need to first know […]
Humane Animal Partners discounts adoption fees thru Aug. 31
[ad_1] As part of NBC10’s Clear the Shelters nationwide campaign, Humane Animal Partners, a statewide animal welfare organization with adoption centers in Rehoboth Beach, Wilmington and Stanton/Christiana, will offer $25 adoption fees for all cats, dogs, kittens and puppies through Thursday, Aug. 31. Those interested in adopting can browse all available cats and dogs at […]
Animal activists want mass killings to control avian flu to use more humane methods
[ad_1] Mass killings to control highly contagious, highly pathogenic avian influenza are being criticized by at least one animal activist organization. The non-governmental Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) has petitioned the USDA’s Animal and Plant Inspection Service (APHIS), asking the government to “incentivize producers to adequately plan for the rapid killing of infected and exposed animals.” […]
There is simply no way to make horse slaughter humane
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block Horses are celebrated in America for their beauty and athleticism, yet they are also sometimes viewed as expendable commodities. Even though horse slaughter has not occurred on U.S. soil since 2007, horses across the U.S. are still being sold and sent to slaughter abroad when no longer deemed […]
Humane society discusses animal abuse laws
[ad_1] MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) – A case of animal abuse in Genesee County is prompting calls for stricter punishment for the crime, which is currently a 93-day misdemeanor. “Hearing that dog scream, it just tore at your insides,” said Beth Wellman, the shelter director at the Humane Society of Midland. A family pet animal abuse caught […]
Celebrating 150 years of animal welfare with the Lowell Humane Society
[ad_1] Lowell Humane Society Executive Director Crystal Arnott, of Litchfield, N.H., left, and incoming Board of Directors President Grace Jeanes, of Dunstable, with 9-year-old Tiana, the longest shelter resident at 310 days, whom they would really like to find a home for. She was found as a stray in Lowell, and when checked was found […]
You can help pass state laws to create a more humane world for animals
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block State legislatures are again in session, and we’re busy in our push for the passage of animal protection laws across the country. In 2022, some 1,300 animal-related bills were introduced in the states, and dozens of valuable measures on both the state and federal levels passed. Highlights in […]
Okanagan Humane Society had record breaking 2022 saving local animals – Okanagan
[ad_1] In 2021, the Okanagan Humane Society helped over 1,400 animals, and the organization says they are set to break that record in 2022. In a news release, the charity said they had seen a steep increase in animals’ needs in the Okanagan Valley in 2022. They also said they are answering all the calls […]
How you can help your local animal shelter or rescue this holiday season · A Humane World
[ad_1] It was through the support of over 120 local animal shelters and rescues that the Humane Society of the United States was able to complete the largest transport of dogs we’ve ever undertaken. Kevin Wolf/AP Images for the HSUS Earlier this year, we completed the largest transport of dogs we’ve ever undertaken. (You probably […]
Tuesday’s Election will shape the future of humane laws in Congress
[ad_1] Election Day will determine the composition of the U.S. Congress for 2023 and 2024. Every member of the U.S. House of Representatives and 35 seats in the U.S. Senate are up for election this year—and the consequences for animals will be profound. Passing humane laws at the federal level begins by electing humane candidates […]