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World-renowned primate experts help charity relocate former laboratory chimps for ambitious Liberia sanctuary upgrade
MONROVIA, Liberia ― Some of the world’s most respected primate veterinarians gathered in Liberia to help animal charity Humane World for Animals temporarily relocate a group of former laboratory chimpanzees so that their unique island sanctuary home can get an upgrade. The primate experts from
More than 1.5 million citizens demand a fur-free Europe
BRUSSELS, Belgium―Today it was officially confirmed that 1,502,319 EU citizens have signed the Fur Free Europe European Citizens’ Initiative calling on the European Commission to ban fur farming and prohibit the placing of fur products on the European market. This marks the 10th successful European
New global cage- and crate-free guide helps companies meet 2025 animal welfare deadlines
WASHINGTON—Animal protection charity Humane World for Animals (formerly called Humane Society International and the Humane Society of the United States) has launched a step-by-step guide to help food and hospitality companies around the world implement a shift away from farming systems that confine
Victory! Canadian Government passes provisions to phase out the use of animals in chemical toxicity testing
OTTAWA—Humane Society International/Canada is celebrating the passage of amendments to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, aimed at phasing out the use of animals for chemical toxicity testing in Canada. The measures were included in Bill S-5, to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection
Reducing human–elephant conflict: innovative solutions ensure peaceful coexistence and safety
BRUSSELS—Habitat loss, competition for natural resources, human-wildlife conflict, the climate crisis, poaching, and trophy hunting all threaten the survival of elephants worldwide. All three existing elephant species—the Asian elephant, the African savanna elephant, and the African forest elephant
Authorities and organizations prepare for hurricane season
MERIDA, MEXICO — In response to the increasing intensity of tropical weather phenomena affecting Mexico’s coasts, the organization Humane World for Animals, formerly known as Humane Society International Mexico, is promoting animal-related prevention and preparedness measures, in coordination with
Humane World for Animals India provided 12,000 animals with emergency aid during floods in Odisha
Balasore, ODISHA - In response to the devastating floods affecting thousands of people and animals across Balasore and neighboring districts in Odisha, Humane World for Animals India (formerly called Humane Society International India) provided over 36,000 kg of emergency feed alongside local
Roundtable report shapes EC Roadmap for phasing out animal testing in chemical safety
BRUSSELS—A new roundtable report on phasing out animal testing in chemical safety assessments makes a significant contribution to the continuing drive to promote the development and implementation of non-animal methods. The “EU Roadmap for Phasing Out Animal Testing for Chemical Safety Assessments
Wolves betrayed: European Parliament places politics over science
BRUSSELS—Today, in a decision that undermines the credibility of EU nature laws and threatens the recovery of wolves across Europe, the European Parliament voted to back the European Commission’s proposal to weaken the protection of wolves, meaning that wolf hunting will now be possible again. This
Humane Society International brings global expertise to Romania
BUCHAREST, Romania—Humane Society International/Europe and the Ilfov County Council’s Animal Protection Department hosted a groundbreaking debate titled "Efficiently and Humanely: How to Properly Manage Animal-Human Issues" at the Palace of Parliament. This first-of-its-kind event in Romania brought
International Dog Day: Dogs rescued from Cheongju dog meat farm begin new lives in Canada as beloved family companions
SEOUL—Humane World for Animals Korea rescued 67 dogs this past May from a dog meat farm in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do. Actor and advocate Daniel Henney, who adopted his dog Juliette after she was rescued by the organization, joined the deployment effort, making the mission all the more significant
Mobile help, lasting impact: Humane World for Animals exceeds dog and cat treatment goal in Mexico
AGUASCALIENTES, Mexico— Last year, Humane World for Animals Mexico, then known as Humane Society International Mexico, established an ambitious goal: to provide care for more than 2,800 dogs and cats in 2025. According to a study the charity conducted in 2022, less than half (46%) of families with
American travelers heading to Iceland urged to stop whales from being killed by pledging not to eat whale meat on vacation
REYKJAVÍK, Iceland ― More than 630,000 American tourists who visit Iceland each year are being urged by Humane World for Animals and Icelandic charities not to eat whale meat on vacation in Iceland but instead to appreciate whales alive and wild at sea. Most Icelanders do not eat whale meat, and the
British holidaymakers to Iceland urged to help stop whales being killed for tourist restaurants by pledging not to eat whale meat on vacation
LONDON ― More than 240,000 British tourists who visit Iceland each year are being urged by Icelandic and UK charities not to eat whale meat on holiday, but instead to appreciate whales alive and wild at sea. As most Icelanders don’t eat whale meat, the vast majority of whale is consumed by the 2.3
Rescuers work through rain and heat to save dogs from two alleged dogfighting operations in South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA—On Monday, Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States, assisted the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) in the rescue of 18 dogs, including two puppies, from alleged dogfighting operations located in Timmonsville and in Seabrook, S.C
Rescuers assist with suspected dogfighting operation in Indiana amid dangerous heat wave
FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States, is assisting the Fort Wayne Police Department in the rescue of 22 dogs and puppies from two alleged dogfighting operations involving multiple properties in Fort Wayne. The Indiana Gaming Commission
Campaigners, communities and government officials unite to tackle rabies in Indonesia’s Nusa Tenggara Timur province
KUPANG, NTT, Indonesia― Government officials, veterinarians, NGOs, academics and community representatives from Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT) in southern Indonesia gathered in the provincial capital Kupang for the World Rabies Day and Workshop NTT 2025 event. Under the theme “Act Now: You, Me and the
Interinstitutional training in Aguascalientes to strengthen the well-being of companion animals
AGUASCALIENTES, Mexico – With the goal of ensuring better care and protection for companion animals in the state, the State Environmental Protection Office, known as PROESPA, in coordination with Humane World for Animals Mexico, formerly called Humane Society International Mexico, hosted a
“It should be illegal”: Scottish public “shocked” by cruelty of caging mother pigs
EDINBURGH―Demonstrating local support for a ban on farrowing crates, public reactions filmed in Scotland by leading animal protection organisation Humane World for Animals UK (formerly Humane Society International) found people “sad” and “shocked” to learn how mother pigs can be tightly confined in
First Thai Caterer Joins Global Cage-Free Egg Movement
BANGKOK — Foodhouse, Thailand’s leading catering service provider, has announced its commitment to transition to 100% cage-free eggs by 2028. This move marks a significant step towards more ethical sourcing and animal welfare, making Foodhouse the first catering service provider in Thailand to join