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Very Cool, Cali

On the heels of Prop 2's passage and the downer investigation, California is taking the lead on revamping agricultural policy.

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Californians: oppose the Fido fine»

Say It Loud

Petland demonstrators urged citizens to support their local shelters instead of the puppy mill industry. Coast to coast rallies» | Acting locally»

News

Natural Fit
The HSUS teams up with Parelli Natural Horsemanship to celebrate and support rescued horses. The program» | Meet Beau, a rescued horse»

Nine(teen) Lives
A man who tortured and killed 19 cats in New Jersey received the maximum penalty for animal cruelty, setting a precedent in the state and an example for handling cruelty cases. Doing time» 

Boycott Bandwagon
A record number of consumers and businesses put their dollars to work in 2008 to oppose Canada's annual baby seal kill. Money talks» | What you can do»

More is More
For the first time in years, the USDA released more comprehensive information about how many animals are used in research—and the numbers are growing. Do the math» 

EU Bans Dog, Cat Fur
The European Union will enact a ban on the import, export, and trade of dog and cat fur in the new year. Fur-free» | Get the report»

Blog

Message for Petland
As I started receiving reports back from attendees at the 22 Petland stores where The HSUS hosted rallies, I was so pleased to hear the results. We've posted photos, and be sure to watch our video report, as well... More»
Jan. 12, 2009, 7:06 p.m.

Talk Back: Senior Pets, Part 2
Your responses to the story of Granny Annie, a venerable 3-legged Boston Terrier, continue to roll in, with many of you sharing your own experiences with senior pets... More»
Jan. 9, 2009, 2:52 p.m.

Now Showing: Cruelty
Adam Liptak in today’s New York Times wrote a measured piece about the legal brouhaha over a 1999 law to ban the commercial sale of videos depicting extreme and illegal acts of animal cruelty. These people should find no defense in the First Amendment... More»
Jan. 6, 2009, 5 p.m.

 Georgia Dogfighting Tip Line Saves Lives
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Get Crafty
Make a valentine for a chained dog»

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Pet Tip

Financial Aid
Having trouble affording your pet's care? Look to these groups for help.
Where to turn»

Did you know?
One in four shelter dogs are purebred, and breed-specific rescue groups abound. Learn more»

Adopt a Pet
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Young Voices

Seal Savers
New York third-graders put their creativity to work to help stop Canada's commercial seal slaughter. Ready to wear» 



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