Archive for 2012
Wolf Hunting Seasons Wouldn’t Stand Up to a Public Vote
Since the first wolf hunting season in decades opened in Wisconsin on Oct. 15, trophy hunters and recreational trappers have killed at least 38 wolves — nearly a third of the kill quota set by the state (poaching and accidental kills are not included in . . .
On the Ground to Care for Animals Affected by Hurricane Sandy
The images of the devastation wrought by Sandy, especially on Long Island and on the New Jersey coast, are firmly fixed in our minds. While the hurricane itself has moved on, communities are still very much in the throes of dealing with its terrible effects. So . . .
Using Social Media to Help #SandyPets
Social media has become especially useful during disasters to distribute information quickly and respond to specific questions from animal lovers. We’ve been connecting pet owners with the information and resources they need to keep their animals safe.
On Call to Help Pets and Wildlife as Hurricane Sandy Hits
Hurricane Sandy is moving faster than expected and is threatening to cause havoc in a vast swath of the heavily populated Mid-Atlantic and Northeast Corridor. By all indications, it’s a monster of a storm, and while we don’t yet know how many animals will be affected in . . .
Campaign against Gestation Crates is Right on Target
I’ve said a few times before on this blog that there’s no future for gestation crate production in the pork industry. With today’s announcement that Target is planning a phase-out of gestation crates, that’s more evident than ever. Target is the nation’s fourth-largest food retailer with . . .
Our Commitment to End Dogfighting
For those of you who follow this blog, you know that public-relations hit man Rick Berman has raised a lot of money from animal-abuse groups to conduct a brand attack on The Humane Society of the United States through his spider web of front groups, . . .
55 Actions to Help Animals and The HSUS
Perhaps the number-one question I get in my travels and meeting with our supporters is, “How can I get more involved with The HSUS and with the cause of animal protection?” Today, here’s an updated and expanded guide to help you or people you know get involved.
Saving Pets in Pennsylvania and Beyond
I’m in Pittsburgh today, and the day started on the CBS television affiliate with me and former Survivor winner and HSUS spokesperson Jenna Morasca talking about animal issues in the community and the nation. Jenna has recorded PSAs for us about the importance of including pets . . .
Rising Meat Consumption Threatens Animals and Our Environment
We know that China is the biggest consumer of wild animals and their parts in the world—driving the killing of wildlife by buying up rhino horn, ivory, and tiger parts, just to name a few products—but it’s now also the undisputed top consumer of domesticated . . .
The Empire (State) Strikes Back – Against Animal Fighting
New York officially closes a major loophole in its animal fighting laws this week, and it comes months after The HSUS and our friends at the New York State Humane Association partnered to enact legislation to strip animal fighters of the necessary tools for their . . .
One Year After Zanesville Tragedy, Humane Groups Ask USDA to Ban Public Contact with Dangerous Wild Animals
One year ago today, in Zanesville, Ohio, Terry Thompson released nearly 50 tigers, lions, bears, primates, and other animals from cages at his private menagerie, and then he took his own life—leaving a scene of chaos and confusion for law enforcement officials. With dusk approaching, . . .
Californians Can Protect Animals and Support Law Enforcement by Passing Proposition 30
At The HSUS, we spend a lot of energy working to secure the passage of meaningful reforms to state laws around the country—believing that when the laws reflect our values, animals not only benefit, but that our society becomes increasingly more humane. Gov. Brown's dog, . . .
