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The Humane Society
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Glimmer of Hope

A box of dog treats and the warm welcome of a new friend sparked new life in a pregnant Great Dane, just rescued from a Va. puppy mill.

the rescue»   

Help End Dogfighting In Your City

Our community-based anti-dogfighting programs teach that dogs are friends, not fighters.  start a program where you live»  | donate»

News

Dogs Fly Free
HSUS board chair Anita Coupe knew she wanted to adopt a dog, but she didn't expect to help 10 land new lives. HSUS, off-duty» 

Buyer Beware
Neiman Marcus is advertising boots as made with fur from ocelot, an endangered species more» 

Conservation Groups Challenge Wolf Hunting more» 

Hens Don't Mind The Gap
Clothing retailer The Gap will no longer use eggs from caged hens in its corporate cafeterias. nice fit» 

Texas-Size Victory for Dogs
A judge awarded The HSUS custody of all 550 animals rescued during a puppy mill raid last week. slideshow and video» 
the rescue» | where to adopt»

Blog

Teamwork to the Rescue
HSUS staff were on the ground in Va. this weekend, removing 100 dogs from another deplorable puppy mill ... more»
Aug. 24, 5:07 p.m.

Talk Back: Helmsley Trustees
Many of you expressed satisfaction at the news that The HSUS filed legal action against the trustees of Leona Helmsley's estate. Here are some of your thoughts ... more»
Aug. 21, 1:43 p.m.

No Looking Back
More than 500 dogs and about 15 cats from a puppy mill raid in Texas have been placed with several humane societies and rescue groups, on their way to new, loving homes ... more»
Aug. 20, 4:06 p.m.

Meet the Pit Bull Training Team

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Pet Tip

Whoa, Kitty
Keep kitty’s playtime interesting and trips to the first-aid kit to a minimum. play nice» 


Did you know?

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

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Young Voices

Back to School
Hit the books; save the animals. Humane Society Youth brings you its top picks for a humane return to class. sharpen your pencils»

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Update re: Stop Puppy Mills Facebook cause glitch:
Causes has resolved the issue and apologizes for the inconvenience.