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The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International find trade in undocumented elephant ivory thriving in Massachusetts
MASSACHUSETTS - As Massachusetts legislators prepare to hear testimony on September 10 for a bill to prohibit the sale of ivory and rhino horn, results from an undercover investigation by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) and Humane Society International (HSI) highlight the unregulated
The HSUS and HSI release findings of an undercover investigation into a lucrative ivory trade in the nation’s capital
WASHINGTON - Today the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International released findings of an undercover investigation revealing a lucrative ivory trade in the nation’s capital, where ivory dealers take advantage of the lack of local laws banning the sale of ivory. Legislation
Skit, poster-making and storytelling workshop builds children’s awareness on the need to protect animals during heat wave
KASARGOD, Kerala—A two-day workshop on heat wave preparedness for animals conducted at Padanna Kadappuram HSS School helped students learn about the impact of extreme heat on animals and proactive ways to help. The workshop, conducted by Humane World for Animals India (formerly Humane Society
Michoacán becomes the sixth Mexican state to ban bullfighting
MICHOACÁN, Mexico—In an historic move reflecting evolving societal values and animal welfare concerns, Michoacán has officially banned bullfighting, marking a significant step towards a more compassionate treatment of animals. This landmark decision makes Michoacán the sixth state in Mexico to
New Senate bill resurrects disastrous threat to animal protections and state laws
WASHINGTON—Humane World for Animals, formerly called Humane Society of the United States, and Humane World Action Fund, formerly called Humane Society Legislative Fund, issued the following statement on the introduction of the Food Security and Farm Protection Act in the United States Senate. “This
The Humane Society of the United States deploys to Florida and Tennessee to help animals in the wake of devastating Hurricane Helene
Editor's note: This press release was updated on Sept. 30 to reflect updated details about veterinary services and additional locations the Humane Society Family of Organizations is deployed for disaster response. The Humane Society of the United States is on the ground in Florida and Tennessee
Developing story: More than 100 animals rescued in multi-species alleged cruelty case in Oklahoma
OKLAHOMA—The Humane Society of the United States is assisting law enforcement in Oklahoma with the rescue of over 100 animals, including dogs, goats, fish, a pig, and companion birds such as cockatoos and parrots, from an alleged cruelty situation. Responders and veterinarians from Operation
Hundreds of animals rescued in multi-species alleged cruelty case in Grady County, Oklahoma
OKLAHOMA CITY—On Wednesday, the Humane Society of the United States assisted the Grady County Sheriff’s Office with the rescue of hundreds of animals from a multi-species alleged cruelty case. Authorities served a search and seizure warrant on a residential property in Grady County, where they found
As Maryland’s 2025 legislative session concludes, advocates celebrate landmark animal welfare reforms
ANNAPOLIS—As the 2025 legislative session ends, the Maryland legislature has proven that even during one of the most challenging political environments in recent years, support for animal welfare remains a top priority among lawmakers. The session included a historic first in humane law as a
Puppy fattening farmers in Viet Nam’s dog meat hotspot of Thai Nguyen join Models for Change program to exit cruel trade linked to rabies
THAI NGUYEN , Viet Nam—More than 50 puppies have been rescued from two dog meat fattening farms in Thai Nguyen as part of a joint effort between the local government and animal charity Humane Society International to crack down on the dog meat trade in one of Viet Nam’s dog meat hotspots. The owners
Tổ chức Humane Society International tại Việt Nam đổi tên thành "Humane World for Animals” nhằm hoàn thành tốt nhất sứ mệnh
Hà Nội (Ngày 18 tháng 2 năm 2025) - Tổ chức Humane Society International tại Việt Nam chính thức công bố đổi tên và nhận diện thương hiệu mới thành Humane World for Animals (Thế giới Nhân đạo cho Động vật) nhằm thể hiện rõ ràng sứ mệnh của mình là tạo ra sự thay đổi lâu dài cho động vật ở Việt Nam
New report reveals which U.S. food service companies are delivering on plant-based promises
WASHINGTON—Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States, has released its 2025 Food Service Industry Protein Sustainability Scorecard, an annual report evaluating leading U.S. food service providers on their efforts to improve animal welfare and reduce their
NBA All-Star LaMelo Ball scores big with Points for Pets, helping to provide 296,000 meals to pets in underserved communities
WASHINGTON (April 25, 2025)—During the 2024-2025 NBA season, Charlotte Hornets All-Star point guard LaMelo Ball not only excelled on the court but also made a lasting impact off the court for people and their pets. As an ambassador for Humane World for Animals’ (formerly called the Humane Society of
A new life in America for seven dogs who survived wildfire at South Korean dog meat farm that killed 700 canines
SEOUL—Seven dogs―the sole survivors of a devastating wildfire that destroyed a dog meat farm in Andong, Gyeongbuk Province in South Korea where 700 dogs burned to death―are being flown to safety in the United States thanks to Humane World for Animals South Korea, formerly known as Humane Society
La Ciudad de México reconoce a los animales comunitarios y a sus cuidadores en una reforma legal histórica
CIUDAD DE MÉXICO—En un avance importante para el bienestar animal, la Ciudad de México ha reformado su Ley de Protección y Bienestar de los Animales para reconocer oficialmente a los animales comunitarios: perros y gatos que viven en espacios públicos o comunitarios y son cuidados por las y los
Mexico City recognizes community animals and their caregivers in landmark law reform
MEXICO CITY—In a major development for animal welfare, Mexico City has revised its Animal Welfare law to officially recognize community animals—dogs and cats who live in public or communal spaces and are cared for by residents. This significant reform provides legal status and protection for animals
Breaking: Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission ends wildlife killing contests
BEND, Oregon—Today at a hearing in Bend, the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission voted unanimously to prohibit wildlife killing contests for coyotes and other species classified as unprotected mammals in the state. A coalition of 22 local and national wildlife and conservation organizations and
Breaking: Gov. Hochul signs historic bill to end wildlife killing contests in New York
ALBANY, New York—Today Gov. Kathy Hochul signed critical legislation (A.2917/S.4099) ending wildlife killing contests for coyotes, foxes, bobcats, squirrels, raccoons, crows and other species in New York. This historic new law prohibits competitive events during which contestants compete to kill the
About Dogfighting
What is dogfighting? Dogfighting is a sadistic "contest" in which two dogs—specifically bred, conditioned, and trained to fight—are placed in a "pit" to fight each other for the spectators' entertainment and gambling. Fights average one to two hours, ending when one of the dogs will not or cannot
Animal advocates urge Mexican Senators to pass strong penalties for dogfighters
Animal advocates called on the Justice Committee of the Senate to urgently pass a bill to penalize dogfighting. The bill would reform the Federal Criminal Code to penalize individuals for organizing fights, owning or trading a fighting dog, possessing a property used to hold fights, or attending a