Some people might consider hamsters, guinea pigs and other small mammals as “starter” pets: tools to teach responsibility to their children, many of whom have begged for a furry friend. But their smaller size does not mean that these animals have fewer care requirements; their physical, behavioral...
An unknown number of dogs were chained in the woods on a recent Sunday morning, and rescuers could hear them barking before they saw them. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the joint rescue in September is believed to be the biggest takedown of an alleged dogfighting operation in South...
Internet pet sale scams We all know the internet can be a great place to buy anything from books to rare gifts, but it's not where you should go to buy a new pet. In addition to disreputable dealers and puppy mills, internet scammers have crept into the realm of online pet sales, stealing money from...
Contents What products are considered cosmetics? Is animal testing legally required for cosmetics sold in the United States? Where is cosmetics testing on animals mandatory? Where is cosmetics testing on animals banned? Why do some cosmetics companies still use animal testing? How do I know if my...
If you’ve ever eaten a juicy ear of corn or admired a perfectly manicured garden, you can probably thank a chemical engineer. But the pesticides and herbicides that make mass food production and smooth grass easier may negatively impact not just the ecosystem, but the health of our pets. All cancers...
Contents How many dogs are used in experiments every year? What kinds of experiments are dogs used in? What kinds of institutions use dogs in experiments? Which laboratories in the U.S. have the largest number of dogs in their possession? Where do laboratories get the dogs they use in experiments...
It seemed like a good idea at the time: Buy a house with a two-acre property, let our energetic herding dog have the run of the place and spend blissful summer days digging side by side in the dirt with her. And it was blissful, watching Mattie carve out her napping spots behind the ferns and tall...
WASHINGTON— Farm & Yard, a supplier of innovative animal care products, donated CozyCube™ insulated dog houses to 168 families in underserved communities throughout the U.S. with the assistance of the Humane Society of the United States. The HSUS distributed the insulated dog houses, collectively...
In April, we assisted law enforcement with the rescue of over 120 dogs from an alleged dogfighting operation. HSUS CEO Kitty Block wrote about this rescue on her blog, A Humane World. Many of the dogs remain in our care at a safe, confidential location, while some have been transported to shelter...
