Published December 31, 2008 @ 02:33PM PST

Thanks to your ongoing support, millions of animals can look forward to a brighter future in 2009.  Together we have accomplished so much, but we can’t stop fighting now!  Please watch our year-end video: https://secure.hsus.org/01/yearend08video_onetime?source=gabhf3 Then consider doing something special to help animals in 2009 and beyond: -Make a tax-deductible year-end donation: https://secure.hsus.org/01/yearend08video_onetime?source=gabhf3 -Help us win $10,000 for animals by voting for us in the "Your Message Your Vote" contest sponsored by ReplyForAll.com.  Just add a line to your Yahoo or Gmail email signature (It’s totally free and easy). http://replyforall.com/signup.php?partner=Humane_Society_of_the_US Have a Happy New Year! Read More

Published December 24, 2008 @ 09:09AM PST

Join us for a demonstration Saturday, January 10th from 1pm to 3pm, at your local Petland to speak out against their support of puppy mills! A recent investigation by The HSUS found that the Petland chain of stores is the nation’s largest retail supporter of puppy mills. Please attend our peaceful rally to spread awareness of the cruelty of puppy mills and to encourage pet stores to stop selling puppies. Free fliers and posters will be provided at the rally near you. We’ll continue to keep the pressure on Petland until the company does the right thing for animals. With your continued help, we’re confident we will succeed! Demonstration locations: (Please gather on the public walkways, as indicated by the local organizer.) *California* Petland Roseville (Sacrament... Read More

Published December 17, 2008 @ 12:25PM PST

Make a tax-deductible gift donation of $50 or more by tomorrow at midnight, and get this 2008 collectible ornament (exclusively from The Humane Society of the United States) delivered to a loved one by Dec. 24th! It's a gift donation you'll feel great about, and a keepsake they'll cherish.  Click here to send your ornament >>

Published December 12, 2008 @ 02:05PM PST

From rescuing thousands of animals stranded by Hurricane Ike, to saving sick dogs from puppy mills, to helping 20 million farm animals with the passage of Proposition 2 in California -- we've made 2008 the most momentous year for animals in our 54-year history. Take a moment to watch our inspiring video to see all we achieved with the support of people just like you. Then, consider making a tax-deductible gift to The Humane Society of the United States to help us continue our work to protect animals in 2009. Any amount you can give will make a difference for animals. Thank you. Read More

Published December 05, 2008 @ 01:57PM PST

"How much is that doggie in the window? (arf! arf!) The one with the waggley tail How much is that doggie in the window? (arf! arf!) I do hope that doggie's for sale" I'm sure you all recognize those lyrics from the beginning of Patti Page's "Doggie in the Window" song recorded back in 1952.  What I bet you didn't know is that this old song now carries a new tune! Now knowing that most doggies in the window come from puppy mills, Patti has recorded a new version of the song with all new lyrics. The new song is called "Do You See That Doggie in the Shelter" Listen to it here:  http://multimedia.hsus.org/audio-psas/patti-page.mp3  Thanks, Patti!  You have created a new anthem for homeless pets everywhere. Read More

Published December 04, 2008 @ 10:23AM PST

Street dogfighting is rampant in our cities, perpetuating animal cruelty, violence and crime. It causes horrible animal suffering and desensitizes youth to cruel and malicious acts. In this underground world, whoever has the toughest pit bull is the winner - but the dogs and our communities are the losers. Two years ago, The HSUS launched its city-wide pilot program to stop street dogfighting, End Dogfighting in Chicago. Because of its success, the End Dogfighting program is currently being expanded to other cities, including Atlanta and Charlotte.  Check out the video for an inside look at this great program: VIDEO Read More

Published December 02, 2008 @ 10:46AM PST

With all this talk about puppy mills and our recent Petland investigation, wouldn't it be great if the first thing Obama does as President is to pass the Puppy Uniform Protection Statute to help stop puppy mills? If you support this idea then you need to VOTE for it in Change.org's "Ideas for Change in America" competition. Just before Inauguration Day, Change.org will host an event in Washington, DC and hand-deliver the top 10 rated ideas to a representative of the Obama Administration. With the help of millions of people on Myspace, Change.org and other partner organizations, we'll ensure that each winning idea gets the full consideration of the administration and the 111th Congress. VOTE NOW– the first round of voting ends Dec 31 and the top 3 ideas in each category will ma... Read More

Published November 25, 2008 @ 12:15PM PST

Last week during a news conference, The HSUS revealed the results of an 8-month investigation into Petland Inc., the country’s largest chain of puppy-selling pet stores. The results reveal that many Petland stores across the country are supporting cruel puppy mills, even while telling unsuspecting customers that the dogs come only from good breeders. There are approximately 140 Petland stores in the U.S., selling tens of thousands of puppies each year. In the largest-ever puppy mill investigation, HSUS investigators visited 21 Petland stores and 35 breeders and brokers who sold puppies to Petland stores. Investigators also reviewed interstate import records of an additional 322 breeders, USDA reports and more than 17,000 individual puppies linked to Petland stores. Accord... Read More

Published November 25, 2008 @ 12:12PM PST

Help stop needless cruelty and save endangered species: Say NO to shark fin products.   Nigel Barker, noted fashion photographer and America's Next Top Model judge, is asking his fans around the world to take HSI's No Shark Fin Pledge. As a teenager, Nigel dreamed of becoming a zoologist, oceanographer, or marine biologist. Now the former model and fixture on the fashion scene is helping to protect marine ecosystems by lending his voice to the campaign against shark finning. "I believe that many people who consume shark fin soup simply don't yet know about the cruel and wasteful practice of shark finning," Nigel noted. "That is why I am joining with Humane Society International to spread the message far and wide." Take Action: -Take the No Shark Fin Pledge Read More