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Cockfighting is an age-old practice in which two or more specially bred birds, known as gamecocks, are placed in an enclosed pit to fight for the primary purposes of gambling and entertainment. A typical cockfight can last anywhere from several minutes to more than half an hour and usually results in the death of one or both birds.

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.

Find answers to all your questions about Taking Action for Animals.

We tackle the animal welfare challenges that were historically beyond the reach of local organizations.

Bear hounding is the practice of using packs of radio-collared dogs to pursue a bear until the exhausted, frightened animal climbs a tree, where they are shot, or turn to fight the hounds. Dogs are often injured or even killed.

How does Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International, help animals and people during disasters? Learn more about how your donations support our rescue efforts in hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and more.

We’re working to increase equity in access to care through policy making, training for veterinary and animal welfare professionals, and direct care programs that provide veterinary care, pet supplies, other animal care services and information at no cost to pet owners.

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

Become a policy volunteer with Humane World for Animals!

Get the facts about cosmetics testing on animals and our fight to end this cruel and unnecessary practice worldwide.

Free-roaming horses and burros deserve every chance to live out their lives wild and free. If population management requires interventions, we must do everything possible to ensure those actions are in the best interest of the animals.

Ready to run for all animals? End animal cruelty alongside us by participating in the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend: January 7-11, 2026!

Get answers to frequently asked questions about animal testing

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