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For Summer 2025, we witness the release of 19 scarlet macaws back into their natural habitat, follow along on a harrowing animal rescue in Oklahoma, explore how we’re supporting people and pets in South Africa, Chile and Ukraine, share some bold pickling recipes, and more! Plus, learn how to make your own colorful birdbath!

Several scarlet macaws are released into the wild.

Fundación Defensores de la Naturaleza

The moment wildlife rescuers ARCAS and Humane Society International/Latin America release 19 scarlet macaws into the wild in Guatemala, after they were rescued from the illegal wildlife trade.

Scarlet macaws return home after rescue from wildlife trafficking

Rescued from traffickers, 19 scarlet macaws soar back into their native rainforest home.

A woman in a blue shirt comforts a black dog outdoors

Meredith Lee/Humane World for Animals

The Humane Society of the United States assists law enforcement with the rescue of hundreds of animals in a multi-species alleged cruelty case in Oklahoma on Dec. 11, 2024.

New beginnings for animals rescued from neglect and cruelty in Oklahoma

Animal rescuers mobilize to free over 200 suffering animals and shut down an alleged cockfighting operation in Oklahoma.

A vet with a dog at a sterithon event

Kobus Tollig/Kobus Tollig Photography

In addition to offering basic veterinary care, the program also educates families on maintaining healthy and humane lifestyles for their pets.

World of Compassion: Global veterinary programs keep pets and families together

Humane World delivers critical veterinary care and community support through global lifesaving programs. 

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All Animals summer 2025 cover and feature spread on the macaw release

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