Press Releases

WASHINGTON—Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International, has provided veterinary care to more than 1,100 animals in Saipan the aftermath of Super Typhoon Sinlaku.   

As part of a collaboration agreement signed earlier this year, Humane World for Animals Mexico and the country’s Federal Environmental Attorney General hosted a national training workshop for approximately 60 law enforcement officials from across Mexico focused on preventing, investigating and prosecuting wildlife trafficking offenses.

Germany is a nation of animal welfare. This is a central finding of the Humane World for Animals Animal Welfare Barometer, published for the first time today.

DES MOINES, Iowa—After sustained public pressure from a broad coalition of voters and organizations, Gov. Reynolds has signed Senate File 2099 into law, delivering long-overdue protections for animals and advancing public safety.

BOONE COUNTY, Ind.—Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States, is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person or persons responsible for abandoning an emaciated dog in a trash can.  

To demonstrate global solidarity to end Indonesia’s brutal dog and cat meat trade, animal campaigners in 11 cities and across five continents, submitted today a 700,000-signature petition to the Indonesian Embassy / Consulate.

NEW YORK—Today the New York State Senate passed S.3629-A/A.5850, which prohibits the use of certain animals in traveling animal acts.

A new case study prepared by the Center for Biological Diversity shows that the Trump administration permitted the import of more than 300 elephant trophies in 2025.

This month marks 10 years since Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus last used elephants in their shows. Yet, a decade later, 14 elderly elephants are still forced on the road to tour with other circuses.