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Access to care for pets

The deep connection between people and pets is universal, but access to animal care resources is not. In truly humane communities, everyone can obtain what they need for the animals in their lives.

Animal cruelty

Our toughest fights work to address the systemic cruelties embedded in factory farming, animal research and other industries that impact millions of animals.

Animal fighting

No animal should have to suffer the barbaric practices of dogfighting and cockfighting. Humane World for Animals is working to end this cruelty in all its forms.

Animal rescue and response

Local emergency response departments, humane societies and animal shelters often don’t have the resources to help animal victims of disasters and large-scale cruelty cases. That’s where we come in.

Animal testing and research

We're working globally to replace cruel, outdated animal testing with modern, animal-free research methods that are better for both people and animals.

Banning trophy hunting

Thrill-seekers kill vital wildlife for trophies, display, photos, bragging rights and prizes, and pay big money to kill rare, often endangered, animals abroad and take home their body parts.

Dog and cat welfare

Every day around the world, millions of dogs and cats face neglect and cruelty. From rescues to policy reforms, Humane World for Animals works to protect pets and support people in caring for them.

Ending the dog and cat meat trade

We believe that dogs and cats shouldn't suffer and die for the meat trade. Help us end this cruel and unnecessary practice.

Farmed animal welfare

Industrial farms cause animal suffering on an unimaginable scale. We work to improve animal welfare on farms, reducing extreme confinement, and to promote a more plant-forward global food system.

Going fur-free

The fashion industry is changing and it’s time to leave animal cruelty behind. It's time to put an end to this cruel business. Join us in building a future rooted in compassion, not fur.

Helping captive wildlife

Wild animals belong in their natural habitats, not kept in roadside zoos and circuses for our entertainment. With your help, we’re working to end this cruelty.

Protecting equines

Equines are companions and partners, and it's our responsibility to act as their guardians. Unfortunately, cruelty persists. Humane World for Animals tackles the root causes of this cruelty to end it.

Puppy mills

It's time to end the cruel treatment of dogs in mass breeding operations. We're fighting to stop puppy mills on all possible levels.

Wildlife killing contests

These senseless competitions promote the mass killing of animals for prizes and bragging rights.

Wildlife protection

Stand with Humane World for Animals to put an end to the senseless killing and exploitation of wildlife.

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Ways to take action

Your voice is needed on these important issues. Here’s how you can take action — and why it matters.

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Urge the South African government to protect big cats!

All big cats—tigers, cheetahs, leopards and jaguars—should stay wild.

US: Fight for a federal ban on wildlife killing contests

Please act now to ban wildlife killing contests in the United States.

British Columbia: End wildlife killing contests

Please act now to help ban wildlife killing contests in British Columbia.

Ask Loblaw to be a hero for animals!

Canada’s largest grocery retailer, has walked back its commitment to go 100% cage-free by 2025. As a market leader, Loblaw has the power to drive real progress for millions of hens across Canada. Urge the company to eliminate cages entirely—not just battery cages—and stick to a truly cage-free future.

Urge China to stop Yulin’s dog and cat meat cruelty

Ask Premier Li Qiang to end the animal welfare and public health nightmare of Yulin’s dog and cat meat trade.

Help us end fur cruelty in the UK

Help end the cruel fur trade in the UK. Sign our Fur-Free Britain petition today!

Stop trophy hunting in the UK

Show your support for a ban on hunting trophies.

EatKind

Join the plant-based revolution and pledge to EatKind for animals, people and the planet.

You can save the seals

Urge Canada's new administration to protect seals now and transition those involved in the industry to sustainable, humane livelihoods that can bring in far more revenue.

Your gift can do so much for animals in need

Start saving lives by making a one-time gift today. You can also help animals all year long with a monthly contribution.

Meredith Lee/The HSUS