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Disasters can strike without warning and are stressful and chaotic. This free, expert-approved guide gives you the tools to plan ahead so your pets stay safe and by your side through any emergency.

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A tan dog sits on a mound of dirt at an alleged dogfighting operation in South Carolina. The dog has a thick, tight collar with a large chain connected to the ground. In the background are blue barrels that he may have used for shelter.
Animal fighting Animal rescue and response
One dog’s journey through an animal fighting rescue

See one dog's story as he is rescued from dogfighting. Humane World for Animals assisted local law enforcement in removing him and 33 other dogs from alleged animal fighting in South Carolina.

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Farmed animal welfare
Why we must stop the Save Our Bacon Act

We must stop the Save Our Bacon Act. This addition to the Farm Bill backed by part of the pork industry threatens farmed animal welfare.

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Going fur-free
Investigation provides first-ever look inside Icelandic fur farms

Humane World for Animals released the first-ever investigation into Icelandic fur farms in March 2026. All three facilities, and two others, are now closed, reportedly due to financial collapse.

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Farmed animal welfare
Farm sanctuaries: Giving animals a second chance

The growing farm sanctuary movement offers animals a life of comfort while revealing the immense suffering inside factory farms.

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Wildlife protection
Before mowing your lawn, consider wildlife

Mowing your lawn can harm wildlife. Here’s how to reduce harm to animals and still maintain your outdoor space.

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Access to care for pets
Finalists for animal welfare award drive meaningful change in their communities

Our More Than a Pet Community Hero Award has been recognizing people working in their communities to advance equity in access to pet resources for three years now. Here are the 2026 honorees.

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