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We’re making dogs and cats the winners in the fight against puppy and kitten mills
We always say that we cannot rescue our way out of the largest, toughest issues facing animals. That’s why we also work to change the system so that puppy and kitten mills are eradicated. As we were finishing writing this blog, a win came in from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit, which
Breaking: Fast-growing ‘frankenchickens’ to be phased out under G.A.P. certification
At last, there is significant new progress on the welfare of chickens raised for meat. Global Animal Partnership (G.A.P.), a U.S.-based organization that develops standards for farmed animal welfare, has decided to phase in slower-growing breeds of chickens. Most of the chickens used for meat have
How we’re helping companion animals all over the world
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s heartwarming to reflect on how our teams all over the world have helped companion animals. Through innovative programs, passionate partnerships and unwavering commitment, we’ve made significant strides in improving the lives of animals and their communities from Latin
How we worked to save wild animals all over the world in 2024
One of the urgencies that defines our mission in this era is the rapidly increasing threat to wild animals all over the world. Under the overwhelming pressures of biodiversity loss, shrinking habitats and climate change, untold numbers of wild animals also face the cruelty of the illegal wildlife
In 2024 we scored victories for chimps and countless other animals suffering in laboratories
Because laboratories and research breeding facilities are closed-door operations, we don’t often have names and faces to identify the animals who suffer in the animal testing industry. But we know that there are millions of dogs, mice, monkeys and other animals like Montessa who need our help, and
Good news! US keeps moving away from animal testing and research with major NIH announcement
It’s estimated that more than 50 million mice, rats, dogs, cats, monkeys, rabbits and other animals endure experiments in U.S. laboratories each year. The sheer scale of this animal suffering is hard to imagine, but thanks to new commitments to phase out animal testing and prioritize replacing
Inspiring program brings care to pets in South Africa
The deep connection between people and animals is universal. However, access to the resources necessary to provide animals with the health and wellness they deserve is not. In truly humane communities, everyone can obtain what they need for their animals. This vision is what we are trying to support
No, fur is not coming back in fashion, no matter what some headlines claim
There are moments when it might seem that progress toward a better world for animals threatens to take a step back. That is sometimes the case with the fashion industry, where what’s in and what’s out is always shifting. Recently, a few articles suggested that fur may be making a comeback. At first
The cruel and terrible truth of hound hunting
Unleashing packs of hounds on wild animals is not a solution to any kind of human-wildlife conflict, nor can it be remotely considered a kind of hunting involving good sportsmanship.
Debunking the myth of the big bad wolf
Wolves are one of the most vilified species in the world, and so our work to protect them has spanned decades and seen highs and lows. Recently, the European Union voted to downgrade the protection status of wolves , and in the U.S. there are new attempts to roll back wolf protections as well. Here
The tide may be turning for dogs and other animals in laboratories
The things that make beagles wonderful companion animals are also the things that have led to their extensive use as laboratory test subjects: They are friendly, good-natured and easy to handle. U.S. laboratories use more than 40,000 of these gentle animals in experiments every year. But we are
Why is outdated animal research still being used when better science exists?
Why are animal models still being used when kinder, scientifically robust and human-relevant methods exist? In large part, it is due to how biomedical research is funded.
Celebrating Humane World for Animals across the globe
The launch of our rebrand was about far more than just a name change—it represents our commitment to creating a more humane world.
Wisconsin raid shows why strong laws against cockfighting are essential
Odd little brown patches could be spotted all across the grounds of a property in Wisconsin when our Animal Rescue Team arrived on Thursday last week.
Five ways to tell a puppy is from a puppy mill
Every year, an estimated 2.1 million puppies are sold from roughly 10,000 puppy mills across the United States. In these massive breeding facilities, nearly 500,000 dogs are kept solely for the purpose of breeding. Many of them will be killed or discarded when they become too old to breed, never
We must dismantle the cruel puppy mill industry from every angle. Here’s how.
Macey Mullins bought a little Jack Russell terrier from a Petland store in Ohio in 2020. According to Mullins, when she purchased the dog, she was assured that the dog was healthy, had been examined by a veterinarian and had come from a responsible, small-scale breeder. Mullins named her new dog
How global finance could transform the future of food
It is possible to feed the world without supporting animal cruelty and destroying the planet.
I review complaints about puppy mills for Humane World for Animals. Here’s what I’ve learned.
The real stories from real people are a powerhouse for showing the dark truth of this industry.
Breaking: Undercover investigation exposes Pennsylvania’s thriving ivory market
Our new undercover investigation reveals the widespread sale of ivory across Pennsylvania.
Our rescuers gave hundreds of needy animals in Oklahoma a holiday miracle
In December 2024, our Animal Rescue Team rescued hundreds of animals from an alleged cruelty situation in Oklahoma.