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Jane Goodall remembered as a hero for animals

WASHINGTON, D.C.―Humane World for Animals, formally known as the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International, mourn the loss of Jane Goodall DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and U.N. Messenger of Peace. The primatologist’s name became synonymous

Martina Pluda, director of Humane World for Animals Italy

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Wildlife protection Italy
Protecting elephants from trophy hunting: “Tuskers” receives a special mention at the Italian Pet Carpet Film Festival
The documentary “Tuskers: Saving the last gentle giants”, from animal charity Humane World for Animals, formerly called Humane Society International, has received a special mention at the Pet Carpet Film Festival.
a dog with a brindle coat sitting on the ground inside a makeshift wire enclosure

Dog Meat Free Indonesia

Ending the dog and cat meat trade Indonesia
Campaigners welcome inclusion of the Animal Protection and Welfare Bill in Indonesia’s 2026 National Legislation Program

JAKARTA―The Dog Meat Free Indonesia coalition welcomes the decision of the Indonesian House of Representatives (known as the DPR RI) to include the Animal Protection and Welfare Bill in the 2026 Priority National Legislation Program, or Prolegnas. The bill is one of

a snake with a black and white striped tail

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Wildlife protection Europe Germany
Legal loopholes make EU a prime destination for stolen wildlife trade

The European Union remains a main hub and destination for wildlife ‘stolen’ from the Americas, Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia and Oceania. A new report makes the case for stricter laws and the closure of serious legal loopholes.

a cat in grass outside

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United States
Reward offered for information leading to the arrest of person(s) responsible for killing cats with gun darts in Washington County, Maryland

BOONSBORO, Md.—Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States, is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for shooting at least eight

Costa Rican authorities receive donations

Organismo de Investigación Judicial de Costa Rica

Costa Rica Latin America
Costa Rican authorities receive equipment donation to aid handling and care of companion animals in cruelty cases

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica—Two Costa Rican agencies, the National Animal Health Service (SENASA) and the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ), received an equipment donation that will aid proper and safe handling of dogs and cats in cruelty cases, thanks to animal welfare organization

a couple of foxes in a grassy area

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United States
Harlem’s Fashion Row partners with Humane World for Animals to host climate week event focused on animal welfare and sustainability

NEW YORK—Harlem’s Fashion Row, the premier agency supporting and championing designers of color, partnered with Humane World for Animals on September 23 to host a sustainability panel event at the iconic Victoria Theater in Harlem. Themed “High Fashion. Sustainable Futures, the event

Hundreds in Mexico City attend mass first aid class for people and animals in disasters

Felipe Marquez

Mexico
Hundreds in Mexico City attend mass first aid class for people and animals in disasters

MEXICO CITY — Mexico’s first ever mass public first aid and CPR class for people and animals in disasters took place in Mexico City on Sept. 18. The event saw hundreds of residents attend at the Monument to the Revolution, as part

an animal rescue responder holding a small puppy

Meredith Lee/Humane World for Animals

Canada
Dogs rescued from alleged neglect find sanctuary in Canada

MONTREAL, Quebec—Following an extended rescue operation from an allegedly neglectful breeder in the United States, 11 rescued dogs were transported to Humane World for Animals’ Canadian care and rehabilitation centre near Montreal, where they are receiving dedicated care and treatment. Humane World

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