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What to do about opossums
Opossums get a bum rap. Often seen as pests and accused of everything from knocking over garbage cans to killing chickens, these quiet marsupials are rarely a threat and easily sent on their way
How to help orphaned or injured baby wild animals
It's common to see baby wild animals outside during spring as a new generation makes its way into the world. Sometimes you’ll even see these babies alone, with no parent in sight. For animal lovers
Endangered wild cats and monkeys among 27 animals returned to the wild by wildlife charities in Guatemala after rescue from illegal trafficking
PETEN, Guatemala—Twenty-seven mammals and birds have been released back into the wild of the Guatemalan rainforest after being rescued and rehabilitated from illegal trafficking and cruelty incidents. Non-governmental organizations Asociacion Rescate y Conservacion de Vida Silvestre, known locally
How to know if an animal has rabies and how to prevent it
Thanks to widespread pet vaccinations, effective post-exposure treatment and the relative rarity of undetected bites by rabid animals, the number of human deaths from rabies in the United States has
How to stop animals from digging or burrowing under fences
Animals who take up residence under a deck, crawl space or shed are often capable diggers. If you put up a fence to keep them out, be sure to extend wire meshing out in an “L” shape at or beneath the
After their rescue and rehabilitation, 36 wild mammals and birds exploited for the pet trade return to the Guatemalan jungle
PETEN, Guatemala—Thirty-six wild animals, who were rescued from adverse situations including the illegal pet trade, returned to their natural habitat in the Peten jungle, Guatemala, thanks to the joint work of non-governmental organizations Asociacion Rescate y Conservacion de Vida Silvestre (known
Strangers in a strange land
Being trapped and relocated is one nightmare that is a common reality for many backyard creatures. One minute they’re going about the business of survival, and the next, without warning, they’re
What to do instead of trapping and relocating animals
A raccoon in the chimney, a groundhog under the shed, a skunk under the back porch … when confronted with wildlife living up close in their homes or backyards, well-meaning but harried homeowners
It's their world, too
The impact of free-roaming cats on wildlife has long been a hot topic, but the role of dogs gets less attention. It's time to talk about curbing our dogs' instinct to hunt and harass wild animals.
South Dakota's grisly predator bounty program has already claimed 15,000 animal lives this spring, and counting
In the last month, South Dakota residents have trapped and killed more than 15,000 raccoons, skunks, opossums, foxes and badgers, cut off their tails, and submitted them to the state’s wildlife management agency for a $10-per-tail reward, all as part of South Dakota’s new Nest Predator Bounty
Halloween safety tips for pets
Some pets love the hustle and bustle of Halloween, while others will find this spooky holiday a bit stressful. We recognize that animals are individuals, so while you while enjoy the festivities
New Humane Stewardship Alliance member in New Jersey’s Pinelands
We’re delighted to welcome the Unexpected Wildlife Refuge in New Jersey’s Pinelands region to the Humane Stewardship Alliance. With 767 acres of swamps, bogs, forests, fields and lakes, this new HSA member’s land supports an impressive array of woodland warblers and other songbirds, several owl
Hideaway Ranch and Refuge, a peaceful place for people and wildlife
An eco-friendly getaway known as the Hideaway Ranch and Refuge in north Texas became one of the founding members of the Humane Stewardship Alliance. The Hideaway focuses on giving guests a relaxing stay in a natural setting, where they can unplug and unwind with such pastimes as hiking the trails
In a win for animals, cruel raccoon bounty bill fails in Iowa
As a result of strong opposition from our team and wildlife advocates, a bill was recently defeated in Iowa’s state legislature that would have used taxpayer dollars to incentivize Iowans to kill raccoons. Under the proposed program—which was expected to cost Iowa taxpayers $860,000 each year
Dispelling myths about wildlife gardens and native plants
Changing the law of the land benefits animals, the environment and humans.
Undercover at wildlife killing ‘contest’ where 405 coyotes were slaughtered in 45 hours
At the end of a macabre “contest” in Mendon, Illinois, a young boy carries the lifeless bodies of coyotes streaked with blood and torn apart by bullets. He walks across blood-soaked pavement, struggling under the weight of the animals as he helps to load the bodies onto trucks, while other children
As Hurricane Dorian approaches Florida, make plans to keep your pets safe
Update: The Humane Society of the United States is coordinating an evacuation of approximately 80 animals out of three Florida shelters. A rescue flight funded by the HSUS has departed from Jacksonville this morning with cats and mostly large-breed dogs who were up for adoption at Nassau Humane
The President of the Republic of Costa Rica launches Costa Rica Silvestre (Wild Costa Rica), to better protect wildlife
San Jose, Costa Rica - In celebration of Environment Day on June 5, the President of the Republic of Costa Rica, Carlos Alvarado, announced the launch of Costa Rica Silvestre (Wild Costa Rica), a digital platform designed to promote healthy coexistence between humans and wildlife, and to better
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