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Fur Trade in Europe
Humane Society International campaigns throughout the United Kingdom and Europe to raise awareness of the cruel and unnecessary fur trade. Every year, more than 50 million animals are raised and slaughtered on industrial factory farms or trapped in the wild so that their pelts can be turned into
Q&A: Animal Testing of Shellfish Toxins
Q: What is the purpose of testing shellfish for toxins? A: Foods of animal origin are prone to contamination by bacteria and other hazardous substances. This is particularly true in the case of oysters, scallops and other shellfish, which readily accumulate toxic compounds when feeding that can
Bullfighting: A Spectacle of Cruelty in Three Acts
A bullfight is split into three “tercios,” or thirds, with two bullfights per session, each lasting about 20 minutes. Act 1 The matador's (bullfighter’s) assistants provoke the bull using large colorful capes in order to observe the animal’s movements and patterns in the ring. The president, the
Seabird Bycatch in the EU
Each year, it is estimated that 200,000 seabirds are accidentally snared, entangled and drowned by longline hooks and in trawls, driftnets and gillnets in European waters alone. Seabird bycatch not only poses a significant threat to the survival of many species, but is also an animal welfare problem
Child Bullfighters
Started young There are no laws in Mexico limiting the age of bullfighters, whereas in Spain, no child younger than 16 is allowed to enter the ring. For this very reason, many young children travel to Mexico to pursue their careers in bullfighting. Bullfighting schools that train children are
Bullfighting Myths
1. I should attend a bullfight if I want to experience the country’s true culture. Spain, Mexico and other Latin American nations are all beautiful countries, rich in history, art and culture. There are so many other ways to enjoy and experience a country’s traditions that do not involve harming
Iceland, Whaling and the Pelly Amendment
The Pelly Amendment to the Fisherman’s Protective Act allows the U.S. Secretary of Commerce or the Secretary of the Interior to determine and certify to the President when foreign nationals are conducting activities that diminish the effectiveness of an international fisheries conservation program
About the International Whaling Commission
The International Whaling Commission (IWC) was set up under the International Convention for the Regulation of Whaling (ICRW), signed in Washington, D.C., on December 2, 1946. The Convention was intended to provide for the proper conservation of whale stocks and the regulation of commercial and
Bullfighting (Fiesta Brava) in Mexico
Mexico is one of the few remaining countries where bullfighting is still legal (others include Spain, France, Portugal, Colombia, Venezuela, Peru, and Ecuador). The largest bullfighting ring in the world, fitting 60,000 spectators, resides in Mexico City. There are approximately 225 bullrings in
40th anniversary of global ban on commercial whaling commemorated
United Kingdom— The 40 th anniversary of the global ban on commercial whaling has been marked today, with a plaque unveiled to hail one of the most significant conservation victories of all time. Almost three million whales were killed for their oil and meat in the 20th century, bringing many
Humane Society International/Mexico will carry out first-of-its-kind census of dogs and cats in north-central Mexico
AGUASCALIENTES, Mexico—Mexico’s first ever dog and cat survey will be conducted in the city of Aguascalientes, coordinated by animal protection organization Humane Society International/Mexico, A.C. Starting August 15, a team of volunteers from local associations, independent rescuers, university
Humane Society International/México realizará el primer sondeo de población canina y felina en Aguascalientes
AGUASCALIENTES-El primer sondeo de población canina y felina se llevará a cabo en Aguascalientes gracias a Humane Society International México, organización internacional que trabaja por el bienestar de los animales. A partir del 15 de agosto, un equipo de voluntarios conformados por asociaciones
1950년대 만들어진 마우스, 기니피그 실험, 한국에서도 중단 환영
한국 휴메인 소사이어티 인터내셔널(Humane Society International, 이하 한국 HSI)은 이번 8월 12일에 발표 된 생물학적제제 시험 고시 개정에 대해 그동안 과학적으로 필요가 없다고 알려진 동물실험법을 중지하는데 대한 환영 의사를 밝혔다. 식품의약품안전처는 생물학적 제제에 대한 고시 개정을 통해 이상독성부정시험을 중지한다. 이상독성부정시험은 의약품과 생물학 제제 품목의 품질 확인을 위해 쥐 또는 기니피그를 이용하는 실험이다. 이상독성부정시험은 1950년대에 처음 생겨나 쥐와 기니피그를 이용해 외래 물질로 인한
Vadodara and HSI/India celebrate record-breaking 86% street dog sterilization rate: Highest number recorded in an Indian city
VADODARA, India—Humane Society International/India and Vadodara Municipal Corporation are celebrating the success of sterilizing 86% of the city’s street dog population, the highest sterilization rate ever achieved in any Indian city. The success comes as HSI/India officially hands over its street
HSI/India and People for Animals launch a multi-state billboard campaign #NoMore50
NEW DELHI—On World Animal Day, Humane Society International/India and People for Animals have jointly launched a multi-state billboard campaign as they continue to demand an amendment to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. Started in 2016, the #NoMore50 campaign seeks an amendment of
A global plastics pollution treaty is one step closer as International Whaling Commission nations support proposal to tackle killer plastics in the ocean
PORTOROŽ, Slovenia —Nations gathered at the 68 th International Whaling Commission meeting in Slovenia have unanimously adopted a proposal to provide critical IWC support for international negotiations on a global plastics treaty. The treaty would tackle the serious threats to whales, dolphins and
Frasers Group pledges to go fur-free following discussions with Humane Society International/UK
LONDON—Frasers Group, owner of House of Fraser department stores, as well as luxury retail chain Flannels and retail brands including Sports Direct, has announced it has immediately informed its suppliers it will stop purchasing fur products, a move that will take effect on shop shelves this coming
Fireworks: how to keep animals safe
Fireworks can be fun for some, but terrifying and dangerous for others. Here is our advice for keeping companion animals and wildlife calm and safe during Bonfire Night and other festivities often celebrated with firework displays, such as Diwali and New Year’s Eve. Fireworks might bring some colour
Countries call for review of voting rules at International Whaling Commission to prevent pro-whaling nations from holding it ransom with ’undemocratic’ tactics
POROTOŽ, Slovenia—On the final day of the International Whaling Commission meeting in Slovenia, pro-conservation countries including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, India and Mexico united in calling for an urgent review of voting rules to prevent pro-whaling countries holding votes
Países piden revisar reglas de votación en la Comisión Ballenera Internacional para evitar que naciones a favor de la caza de ballenas la obstaculicen con tácticas "antidemocráticas"
POROTOŽ, Eslovenia—En el último día de la reunión de la Comisión Ballenera Internacional en Eslovenia, los países a favor de la conservación, incluidos Argentina, Brasil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, India y México, se unieron para pedir una revisión urgente de las reglas de votación y así evitar