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Wildlife protection Banning trophy hunting
Our undercover investigation reveals why hippos desperately need federal protections under the Endangered Species Act

With their barrel shape, huge teeth and jaws that can open to almost 180 degrees, hippos are characteristically unique and...

Wildlife protection Banning trophy hunting
Black bears get a spring reprieve in some states

Spring is a crucial time for black bears: After emerging from their dens following months in winter hibernation, many spend...

Animal rescue and response
We’re back! Animal Care Expo celebrates its 30th anniversary in person

After more than two years of the pandemic testing our patience and resolve, forcing us to find new ways of working and...

Animal rescue and response
HSUS team rescues New Mexico dogs from squalid conditions

On Monday morning in San Miguel County, our Animal Rescue Team members were up with the sun, watching it rise over a...

Animal rescue and response
Animal welfare crisis grows more critical in Ukraine as war rages on

As Russia continues its deadly assault on Ukraine, humanitarians and animal advocates from around the world are banding...

Farmed animal welfare
McDonald's broken promise on animal welfare will loom large at shareholder meeting

For decades, the Humane Society of the United States has led the charge against the cruel confinement of animals on factory...

Animal testing Farmed animal welfare Protecting equines
Animal-friendly appropriations in Congress bring good news for all kinds of animals   

Update 3/15/2022: President Biden signed the appropriations package into law. Humane advocates often look to the passage of...

Wildlife protection
With respect to potential bear conflicts, the responsibility is ours

The black bear affectionately known as Hank the Tank, whom authorities once thought responsible for 28 home invasions and 152...

Animal rescue and response
Here’s how we’re taking action for Ukraine and its animals—and how you can help

With the weight of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine heavy in our hearts, we are thinking of the Ukrainian people and their...