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A world of compassion: How Humane World brings veterinary care to animals in need around the globe
Through mobile clinics, partnerships and donations, thousands of dogs and cats receive lifesaving veterinary services from Humane World each year in Romania, Mexico, Costa Rica and the United States.
Florida is about to start its first black bear hunting season in 10 years
As Florida reopens black bear hunting, experts warn about conservation risks and ethical issues around baiting and using dogs.
Recognizing pet grief: Signs and strategies for healing
Pets grieve too. Here's how to recognize the signs of animal grief and offer comfort and support your pet during loss.
European Union is the world's second largest importer of hunting trophies of internationally protected species, new report shows
BRUSSELS—A new report published in the week marking the six- year anniversary of the killing of Cecil the lion in Zimbabwe by an American trophy hunter reveals that the European Union is the world’s second biggest hunting trophy importer after the United States. EU Trophy Hunting by the Numbers
Puppy fattening farmers in Viet Nam’s dog meat hotspot of Thai Nguyen join Models for Change program to exit cruel trade linked to rabies
THAI NGUYEN , Viet Nam—More than 50 puppies have been rescued from two dog meat fattening farms in Thai Nguyen as part of a joint effort between the local government and animal charity Humane Society International to crack down on the dog meat trade in one of Viet Nam’s dog meat hotspots. The owners
More than 100 cross-party MPs and Peers call on UK Government to ban fur sales and imports in Britain
LONDON—A group of more than 100 cross-party MPs and Peers has written to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Rt Hon George Eustice MP calling on the UK Government to cut Britain’s ties with the cruel fur industry by banning the import and sale of animal fur. Humane Society
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TOWIE’S Pete Wicks helps charity rescue more than 170 dogs from death row on South Korean dog meat farm
Animal rescuers from Humane Society International have saved more than 170 dogs languishing on a squalid dog meat farm in South Korea, and The Only Way Is Essex’s Pete Wicks joined the rescue team on what he described as one of the most emotional experiences of his life. Thirteen of the dogs will
Before and after: Humane World revisits Kangaroo Island five years after heartbreaking bushfire rescue
Five years ago, Humane World deployed to Kangaroo Island to help animals during the bushfires. Now, our team returns to the site of that heartbreaking rescue.
Elephant who escaped circus last year forced to perform under threat of illegal bullhook in Indianapolis
Viola is on my mind once again, as our Indiana state director brought to my attention that bullhook-wielding handlers forced Viola and another elephant named Kelly to perform at the Murat Shrine Circus in Indianapolis.
Humane World for Animals: A vision for the future
Our determination to end animal cruelty has made us who we are today. After 70 years of changing the lives of animals, we now span geographies, cultures, backgrounds and skillsets. We are united by our singular vision to create a humane world. And we are so excited to announce that this vision is
Animal welfare groups commend Gov. Hochul for signing bill to end the retail sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in New York pet stores
NEW YORK—Today, animal welfare groups commended Gov. Kathy Hochul for signing the Puppy Mill Pipeline Bill, groundbreaking legislation that will stop the flow of cruelly bred puppies to New York pet stores by ending the retail sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in pet stores across the state. Championed
Over three quarters (77%) of UK voters want to see the government ban fur imports
LONDON—New U.K. national polling from the #DontBetrayAnimals campaign, backed by a group of 14 of the country’s leading animal protection charities including Humane Society International/UK, shows British voters want to see the government deliver on its promise to protect animals. Polling comes
Stars Demand EU Action at CITES to End Cruel Trade in Wild-Caught Elephants
GENEVA–Ricky Gervais, Simon Pegg, Leona Lewis, Dame Judi Dench, Alesha Dixon, Evanna Lynch, Bryan Adams, Virginia McKenna OBE, Thandie Newton, Pamela Anderson, Peter Egan, and Jenny Seagrove are among a host of compassionate personalities who have joined forces with animal protection and
The Lion’s Share Fund partners with Humane Society International to tackle animal welfare across the world
NAIROBI—The Lion’s Share Fund, a unique initiative raising much-needed funds to support wildlife conservation and animal welfare across the globe, has today announced its partnership with Humane Society International to deliver projects aimed at tackling animal welfare globally. The Lion’s Share is
MPs unanimously call on British Government to ban UK fur imports and sales during Westminster Hall debate
LONDON—In Parliament’s first fur debate since leaving the European Union, MPs from across the political spectrum have called on the government to ban the sale and import of real animal fur in Britain. All 18 of the MPs who spoke did so in favour of a ban during yesterday’s Westminster Hall debate
Shark Conservation: A Timeline
Humane Society International has been working to increase global awareness about the threats these vulnerable predators face, as well as the crucial role they play in maintaining healthy oceans. Much progress has been made, but the situation for most sharks remains dire. View a map of current shark