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Learn how souvenirs, exotic pets, and wildlife products fuel the global wildlife trade. Discover cruelty-free travel tips to protect endangered species and avoid supporting animal exploitation.

Humane World for Animals provides care for thousands of animals. This vital work responds to today’s cruelties, while our education, legislative and policy work prevent tomorrow’s.

Humane World for Animals works across the globe, tackling the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering to create permanent change. Animal cruelty isn’t constrained by geography, and neither are we. We’re active on six continents, and our work crosses borders, bringing local knowledge and big-picture expertise together to solve the most challenging problems.

Latest updates from Costa Rica and around the world

In Costa Rica, we're creating a kinder world for animals. Humane World is working to improve the lives of both free-roaming and owned dogs and cats in rural areas of the country, partnering with local groups to support better standards for farmed animals, and equipping law enforcement to tackle wildlife trafficking and animal cruelty through our training programs.

Your actions will make a difference for all animals. Your messages make a difference, even if leaders don't want to listen. Here's why.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience in India while supporting a great cause, with expert guides and five-star accommodations.

Costa Rica is known for its incredible biodiversity and is a global leader in environmental conservation. Connect with nature while enjoying exclusive travel accommodations.

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Learn more about the innovative and effective approaches you can take to solve any wild animal problems you encounter in your home, yard or garden.

Questions regarding membership, how to report animal cruelty or other concerns can be answered on our FAQ pages. For any inquiries still unanswered, please use the form below:

Join the team at Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International, and help create lasting change for animals and the people who care for them.

Turn your crypto into compassion. Donate cryptocurrency to Humane World and save lives while supporting a kinder world for animals.

"Humane Voices" explores the issues facing animals, interviews worldwide animal experts, and discusses what you can do to get involved and help.

June 7-13, 2026: Experience the charm of Romania’s landscapes and traditions while supporting vital veterinary care for animals in need.

Petland is the only national pet store chain in the United States that still sells puppies. Learn more about Petland and puppy mills.

A report on South Korea's dog meat ban

By planning a gift for Humane World for Animals, you can help end animal cruelty all over the world.

For over 70 years, you’ve known us as the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International. Now, we’re uniting under Humane World for Animals to better reflect who we are, our bold work, and our global mission.