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Humane Heroes are passionate animal advocates who have generously committed to providing reliable, ongoing support to Humane World for Animals, allowing us to continue fighting the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering to create permanent change.

Helping pets and people through training, mentorship and animal placement

See the difference between cage-free egg production and battery-cage egg production.

A year-long audit of roughly 100 major food companies designed to gauge their progress.

Food service companies that prioritize plant-based foods are not only positively impacting the environment, but also addressing important health and ethical considerations—all important to consumers.

A gift of appreciated securities like stocks, bonds and mutual funds can be a great way to support our mission to fight for all animals.

Pledge a tax-deductible donation amount through your employer's payroll system.

How Humane World for Animals helps local pet shelters and rescue groups

See how far we've come and how you can help support the Be Cruelty-Free campaign, our global effort to end cosmetic cruelty.

Dogfighting is where dogs who have been bred, conditioned and trained to fight are placed in a pit to fight each other for spectator entertainment and profit. Join Humane World for Animals as we work to end this cruelty.

Topics and articles to help you find answers to your pet care questions and ways to be an advocate for animals.

Animal exploitation exists across the food, fashion, entertainment, commercial trade, pet and science industries, the truth of which is often disguised and/or presented as a necessary evil. Sometimes, the only way to obtain the truth is by going undercover. That’s where our Investigations Team comes in.

Explore the rich history of Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International. Discover how our legacy as leaders in animal welfare began and evolved into a global mission to tackle the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering. Learn about the milestones, programs and passionate advocates who have shaped our journey to create lasting change for animals worldwide.

Humane World for Animals provides care for thousands of animals. This vital work responds to today’s cruelties, while our education, legislative and policy work prevent tomorrow’s.

Our Animal Rescue Team works with law enforcement to investigate the worst cases of animal abuse nationwide. Every year, we rescue thousands of animals from puppy mills, animal fighting operations, disasters and other large-scale situations of cruelty and neglect.

Wild animals are targets for poaching, captive hunting, the fur trade, the exotic pet trade and more. We're stopping the Wildlife Trade to keep animals safe in their natural habitat.