Jun 6, 2013:
The Animal Rescue Site launched a new website this week devoted to the popular Shelter Challenge. Groups are invited to "Doggy Paddle" this new site.
May 15, 2013:
Debbie Heller of Little Rock Animal Village in Arkansas got a camera for her shelter from famed pet photographer Seth Casteel.
May 1, 2013:
More than 240 rescue groups in United States, Canada, and the Caribbean were winners in the first Shelter Challenge of 2013.
Apr 22, 2013:
Arkansas joined a growing number of states restricting private ownership of chimpanzees and other apes.
Apr 19, 2013:
Can a cute photo save a life? Absolutely, if the photo is of a pet in a shelter, says famed pet photographer Seth Casteel.
Apr 15, 2013:
Three middle-aged cats needed serious dental help. With a “weekly win” at the Shelter+ Challenge, their rescue group was able to get them treatment and a new home.
Apr 9, 2013:
The Moore Humane Society's Cinco de Mayo Pooch Parade Fundraiser was such a hit last year that they're bringing back the event and turning it into an annual fundraiser.
Apr 4, 2013:
Mufasa's soulful picture won the cats of Feline Rescue an online shopping spree as well as a grant for the rescue that houses them in The Animal Rescue Site's Flash Photo Contest.
Apr 1, 2013:
It's contagious. It crosses species lines. Is it dangerous? Well, only if you're headed out of the door and late for an appointment. It's bellyrubitis!
Mar 28, 2013:
Judy Durfy, a volunteer and treasurer of Rabbit and Small Animal Rescue in Michigan, won a grant for her favorite animal rescue group.
Mar 13, 2013:
Be Cruelty-Free Week launched on March 11 in celebration of a European Union ban on the marketing and sale of cosmetics newly tested on animals.
Jan 31, 2013:
Starting in March, all cosmetics including toiletries and beauty products from soap to toothpaste must be certified cruelty free.
Jan 10, 2013:
The Animal Rescue Site sponsored Rescue U's recent trip to North Carolina to help a waterfowl sanctuary.
Dec 20, 2012:
More than 60 airlines worldwide refuse shipments of primates — and in some cases all animals — destined for laboratory experiments.
Dec 17, 2012:
A bitterant is being added to antifreeze in all 50 states to save countless cats and dogs attracted by the sweet smell.
Aug 9, 2012:
$31,150 raised toward our goal of $50,000 to help shelter animals. Meet Montana, and the kids who love her.
Aug 9, 2012:
With an influx of kittens needing good homes, the SCPA of Westchester put out this lighthearted news report asking for adoption. Watch now at The Animal Rescue Site!
Aug 2, 2012:
New laws enacted in the State of New York will better protect animals from the grisly animal fighting industry.
Jul 26, 2012:
Meet the students who volunteered for Rescue U's Jefferson County trip. Watch this video and learn more about this great program to rebuild shelters.
Jul 19, 2012:
In May, Petfinder Foundation's Rescue U went to Jefferson County, TN to renovate the Jefferson County Humane Society.
Jul 19, 2012:
The Humane Society of the United States joined with Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable and Montgomery County Animal Control to remove dogs from shelter turned into a hoarding situation.
Jul 12, 2012:
In their Oklahoma trip this spring, the Rescue U college volunteers built outdoor pens to give the pets much needed exercise space.
Jul 11, 2012:
Academy Award-nominated actor Jesse Eisenberg, the voice of a macaw in“Rio” and its upcoming sequel “Rio 2,” speaks out for the birds. Watch the video!
Jul 5, 2012:
Another of our "webisodes" tracking those Rescue U college volunteers as they criss-cross the country helping shelters to rebuild!
Jun 28, 2012:
Thanks to support from The Animal Rescue Site, the Guthrie, OK, shelter got a complete make-over after being struck by a tornado. Watch this third webisode to watch the successful completion of this project and a very special present for animal control officer Suzy Brown.
Jun 21, 2012:
Thanks to support from The Animal Rescue Site, the Guthrie, OK, shelter got a complete make-over after being struck by a tornado. Watch this second webisode to learn more about the student volunteers who gave up their holiday.
Jun 20, 2012:
Since 2008, The Animal Rescue Site has given away more than $1 million to rescue groups and shelters belonging to the Petfinder.com Network through Shelter+ Challenge.
Jun 14, 2012:
Thanks to support from The Animal Rescue Site, the Guthrie, OK, shelter got a complete make-over after being struck by a tornado. Watch this video to learn more!
Jun 14, 2012:
Humane Society International intends to use the international Rio+20 conference on sustainable development to champion "Meatless Monday."
Jun 8, 2012:
A proposal for a shelter renovation led to The President's Volunteer Service Award from The President's Council on Service and Civic Participation for Dawn Schewisgut.
Jun 7, 2012:
The new one-hour film, SEAL WARS, follows Sea Shepherd Conservation Society's 2011 mission in Namibia to save seal pups from slaughter. It airs June 8 on The Animal Planet. Watch a preview here.
Jun 6, 2012:
Ohio Gov. John Kasich signed the state's Dangerous Wild Animal Act into law this month. Introduced by state Sen. Troy Balderson, R-Zanesville, the bill was passed by the Ohio State Senate in April and by the Ohio House of Representatives on May 22.
Jun 6, 2012:
Encounters between civilians and "exotic pets" have become such a problem in the United Arab Emirates that the authorities are considering how to end the wildlife trade.
May 24, 2012:
Living at a truck stop is no life for a tiger, says Gina Miller, International Fund for Animal Welfare’s legal policy analyst.
May 22, 2012:
The Humane Society of the United States' first puppy mills-themed video contest, “Why Puppy Mills Stink," created a number of new online responses to the problem of irresponsible breeding.
May 1, 2012:
Many of the inmates now plan to take up careers in animal care and rescue following their release.
Apr 23, 2012:
An on-demand video service helps calm shelter dogs.
Apr 16, 2012:
The Humane Society of the United States and the North Carolina Animal Federation will address North Carolina’s recent widespread distemper virus outbreak.
Apr 5, 2012:
With help from IFAW, Nikita and Tasha, two privately owned "big cats," moved from a 300 square-foot cage to an expansive 8,000 square-foot free roaming habitat filled with perches, caves, and water features.
Mar 28, 2012:
The Rise of the Planet of the Apes won one of many awards given at the recent Genesis Awards, a ceremony hosted by the Humane Society of the United States to recognize media that is promoting positive animal causes, The Associated Press reports.
Mar 27, 2012:
Horse racing has long been a popular sport across the nation, but the attention it got recently was not necessarily positive.
Mar 27, 2012:
No one is sure how a small fluffy dog ended up in a trash heap in Los Angeles, but it was a veterinary procedure provided by the Hope for Paws Animal Rescue that gave her a new life, People Magazine reports.
Mar 26, 2012:
Fast food chain Wendy's announced recently that it will require its U.S. and Canadian pork suppliers to phase out the use of gestation crates for female pigs, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reports.
Mar 23, 2012:
You can rent an apartment or buy a used laptop on Facebook, but soon enough, you won't be able to buy puppies bred in puppy mills.
Mar 22, 2012:
Rescue U's latest trip takes them to Oklahoma City. Watch this video to learn more about this great group.
Mar 21, 2012:
Makeup manufacturer L'Oreal recently put $1.2 million toward chemical tests that could save animals from being the subjects of trials of cosmetics, AFP reports.
Mar 16, 2012:
Wolves may not be the first thing to come to mind when one considers healing post-traumatic stress disorder in U.S. veterans, but the wounded warriors and a group of abused wolf-hybrids are finding a perfect match in each other through a program called Warriors and Wolves, The Associated Press reports.
Mar 16, 2012:
Animal rights advocates are up in arms over the recent decision by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that will allow as many as 92 California sea lions to be killed each year in order to protect the Columbia River salmon, which swims in Oregon and Washington, Reuters reports.
Mar 15, 2012:
Local animal rescue officials have been working to care for 32 miniature horses that were surrendered to the Animal Rescue League of Boston recently.
Mar 14, 2012:
Social media websites like Facebook first became popular as a way to keep in touch with friends, but now more people are using it as a platform to improve animal rescue missions.
Mar 13, 2012:
The recent tornadoes in the southeast and midwest United States left many people injured and displaced, but their pets have suffered from the natural disasters, too.
Mar 7, 2012:
As the local food movement takes hold, a number of Americans are inspired to raise their own chickens, hens and other farm animals in order to be more sustainable.
Mar 7, 2012:
This weekend, hundreds of dogs will embark upon the "Last Great Race on Earth," during which they will cover 1,100 miles of frozen tundra across Alaska.
Mar 5, 2012:
The United Kingdom Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs has announced that proposals the organization put forward will effectively bar circuses from featuring wild animals.
Mar 1, 2012:
The natural disasters that caused nuclear concerns in Japan occurred almost a year ago, but more than 300 pets that were rescued from one of the power plants still reside in animal rescue shelters and other facilities in the area, The Yomiuri Shumbun reports.
Feb 28, 2012:
Veterinary care is hard for many families to afford, but for those in Khayelitsha, a massive township near Cape Town, South Africa, it can be even less feasible to own pets.
Feb 27, 2012:
Spaying and neutering saves lives - that is what officials in Southampton Town, New York, are saying in honor of Spay Day USA this February 28.
Feb 24, 2012:
Horse Plus Humane Society of Oroville, California, recently bought 24 baby horses from a livestock auction, saving them from slaughter, ABC News affiliate News 10 reports.
Feb 21, 2012:
The Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association recently announced a ban on cosmetic cropping of dogs' ears, stating that it is "unnecessary in the canine species, causing pain and distress to the patient without any medical benefit," AFP reports.
Feb 16, 2012:
Animal abuse at carnivals, circuses and other spectacles is far from over, but horses at Atlantic City's Steel Pier amusement park will not have to make a 40-foot plunge into a pool for the amusement of visitors, Reuters reports.
Feb 15, 2012:
Scraping together allowances, funds from the Tooth Fairy and other spare change, children at Ashland Elementary School in Virginia raised $800 to help animals through the Homeless Animal Rescue Team (HART), a local nonprofit organization that works to save animals and find adoptable pets homes, InsideNova.com reports.
Feb 14, 2012:
Pregnant female pigs at McDonald's pork suppliers in the U.S. will no longer be kept in crates that a number of animal rights advocates have deemed inhumane, The Associated Press reports.
Feb 14, 2012:
Governer Jerry Brown is proposing a repeal of parts of Hayden's Law that would reduce funding the state of California gives to animal rescue shelters to keep stray animals alive, The Associated Press reports.
Feb 13, 2012:
The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association recently sponsored a Spay Day event with a goal of sterilizing 200 feral cats in Dane County, Wisconsin.
Feb 10, 2012:
For many pet owners, Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate their love for their furry friend and maybe treat it to something special.
Feb 8, 2012:
Children from the Boys & Girls Clubs in Las Crucens, New Mexico, are sending messages of love to get dogs off chains in their backyards and into their homes, the Las Curces Sun-News reports.
Feb 7, 2012:
A recent McDonalds advertisement put the fast food chain in hot water with animal rescue advocates when it implied that petting a stray pit bull is unsafe, The Associated Press reports.
Feb 6, 2012:
A representative from the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) attended the annual shareholder meeting of Tyson Foods on Friday to urge the meat corporation to move away from gestation crates at their facilities.
Feb 6, 2012:
Dog lovers everywhere tuned in to watch one of the most important football games of the year on Sunday.
Feb 3, 2012:
Spaying and neutering pets is important to help animals by combating pet overpopulation, but the procedure can be expensive.
Feb 2, 2012:
Friends of Feline won a $5,000 grant in the Shelter+ Challenge. One way that they grabbed their fans' attention was 24/7 webcam.
Jan 31, 2012:
Seven animal rights groups submitted public comments recently urging the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to protect all chimpanzees, captive and wild, by designating them all as endangered.
Jan 30, 2012:
Jim and Donita Clark have owned four capuchin monkeys for 10 years, rearing them and allowing them a meaningful place in their family.
Jan 26, 2012:
Most people have heard of the problems Americans are facing with their weight - obesity has risen to "epidemic" proportions, with 35.7 percent of adults classified as obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Jan 26, 2012:
Watch the Humane Society International's video to learn more about how animals can and should be helped around the world.
Jan 18, 2012:
Revisions to The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals have caused an uproar among scientists and animal rights advocates.
Jan 11, 2012:
After being abandoned, nearly starving to death and suffering a severe foot infection, a tan pit bull earned a new name inspired by her incredible ability to face adversity, NKY.com reports.
Jan 10, 2012:
Military Working Dogs (MWDs) cannot be classified as manpower by the Department of Defense, so they are put into the "equipment" group, an identification that does not give them many privileges once they retire from service, the Military Times reports.
Jan 10, 2012:
For a while, it seemed as though Arnold, a pit bull who was abandoned by his family, would never be normal again.
Jan 9, 2012:
After being separated from his service dog in December, a disabled, retired Chicago police officer was reunited with the pit bull mix, Snickers, NBC Chicago reports.
Jan 5, 2012:
A wind-power development company in Oregon may be allowed to kill golden eagles because of a permit by the federal government, MSNBC reports.
Jan 3, 2012:
When the tornado swept across Oklahoma in May 2011, the Guthrie Animal Shelter was one of the many buildings that was entirely decimated.
Dec 30, 2011:
The public's perception of pit bulls is improving in small steps, The Huffington Post reports. This breed of dog, which was originally bred to fight other dogs and animals, still maintains a negative reputation because of what the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) calls pit bull bias.
Dec 21, 2011:
Baltimore's Animal Rescue and Care Shelter is allowing loving homes to borrow its residents over the holidays, allowing their kittens, puppies and other animals to spend the holidays in the warmth of someone's home.
Dec 20, 2011:
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) says that is is being targeted by a group, Humane Society for Shelter Pets, that claims the HSUS is not donating enoug money to local animal shelters, The Associated Press reports.
Dec 19, 2011:
Harp seals are the primary target of Canada's commercial seal hunt, but now that the Russian Federation, Kazakcstan and Belarus has prohibited further import and export of fur from the animals, Canada is under pressure to do the same.
Dec 16, 2011:
After decades of debate, the Institute of Medicine recently announced that the use of chimpanzees for invasive biomedical research is not scientifically necessary, the Humane Society of the United States reports.
Dec 15, 2011:
Many children have hopes of finding the puppy or kitten of their dreams under the tree on Christmas morning, but responsible pet owners should avoid giving a pet as a gift unless it is extremely well thought out, pet experts say.
Dec 14, 2011:
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is working to fight the holiday rush to pet stores this season in an effort to save animals that are bred in puppy mills, The Huffington Post reports.
Dec 14, 2011:
The Elvis monkey, a self-cloning skunk and a Limestone leaf warbler are some of the 208 species that were found and described for the first time recently in a new World Wildlife Fund (WWF) report.
Dec 12, 2011:
Two rhinoceroses are in critical condition in South Africa after they were dehorned in an attack by poachers, AFP reports.
Dec 9, 2011:
The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IAFW) recently announced the rescue of 29 wolf dogs from a breeder in Alaska, where they were not receiving adequate veterinary care, food, water or socialization.
Dec 7, 2011:
When airport baggage handler Lynn Jones saw an emaciated, wounded dog coming through her loading zone at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport in Reno, Nevada, last month, she refused to load it onto its owner's plane, worried about animal abuse and fearing that it would not survive the flight to Corpus-Christi, Texas, The Associated Press reports.
Dec 5, 2011:
Six Chinese fishermen were charged with poaching endangered sea turtles off the coast of the Philippines recently, The Huffington Post reports.
Nov 30, 2011:
The parent company of Ringling Bros. circus will pay $270,000 to settle a lawsuit that alleged the show had violated the Animal Welfare Act on several occasions between June 2007 and August 2011, CNN reports.
Nov 29, 2011:
The Humane Society of the Unites States (HSUS) recently filed a complaint after identifying an "epidemic" of false advertising in the faux fur industry.
Nov 28, 2011:
After spending decades in scientific laboratories, five elderly chimpanzees were brought to the Chimp Haven sanctuary in Keithville, Louisiana, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reports.
Nov 22, 2011:
Following in the footsteps of California, the European Union is on its way to ban the practice of shark finning, stating that they want to protect the animals, the AFP reports.
Nov 22, 2011:
Marie Colicchia was a happy pet owner who lived with her husband and grown son and their 13 pets until tragedy struck and she lost her entire family, including her animals.
Nov 22, 2011:
The pet food donation that was made by manufacturer Hill's Pet Nutrition to the state's emergency pet sheltering program is being given to Louisiana animal rescue shelters to feed the animals there, The Associated Press reports.
Nov 21, 2011:
McDonald's and Target announced that they will no longer accept eggs from Sparboe Farms, one of the nation's biggest egg suppliers, after learning about animal cruelty and FDA violations at the suppliers farms, AFP News reports.
Nov 21, 2011:
Dogs were recently given special protection for their sentimental value to their owners by an appeals court in Texas, PetMD.com reports.
Nov 18, 2011:
Two animal shelters in California may have a better chance of getting their residents adopted out thanks to a new grant from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), the Thousand Oaks Acorn reports.
Nov 17, 2011:
Veterinarians at SeaWorld have developed a custom-fitting back brace for a female pilot whale at the amusement park that suffers from severe scoliosis, or curvature of the spine, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Nov 17, 2011:
A dolphin at an amusement park aquarium in Switzerland was found dead after a large techno party was held about 50 meters away, The Local reports.
Nov 16, 2011:
When the Littler family adopted Hercules, a St. Bernard, from a local animal rescue shelter recently, they did not imagine that the dog would save the day.
Nov 15, 2011:
Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey circus companies are fighting back over a bill proposed in Congress that would outlaw exotic or wild animals from performances if they have been traveling within the previous 15 days, AFP reports.
Nov 15, 2011:
Despite claims of the contrary, more than 100 pet stories in New York were caught buying animals from puppy mills - inhumane, commercial large scale breeders that have often failed inspections by the U.S. Department of Agriculture or have been cited for their violations of the federal Animal Welfare Act because of the conditions that the dogs are kept in.
Nov 9, 2011:
Conservationists are urging Zulu people in South Africa to replace real leopard pelts used in ceremonies with fake ones in order to conserve the diminishing leopard population, NBC Chicago reports.
Nov 8, 2011:
Actress Katherine Heigl recently created a foundation dedicated to helping animals in need and is now aiming to get 5,000 animals adopted from shelters this month, People Magazine reports.
Nov 8, 2011:
Veterans Day is a time to recognize and appreciate the incredible work that is done and sacrifices that are made by America's Armed Forces so that the entire nation can live freely.
Nov 7, 2011:
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) launched National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week in 1996 in order to celebrate the work of small, local shelters that save the lives of thousands of animals each day.
Nov 7, 2011:
Hundreds of dog lovers and their pets walked across the Brooklyn Bridge recently for the second annual Brooklyn Bridge Pup Crawl, a night time walk designed to raise awareness and money for non-profit partner shelter and rescue programs, PetMD.com reports.
Nov 4, 2011:
Baby bear cubs are thriving at a wildlife sanctuary in Colorado after their mother was shot by a Colorado Division of Wildlife (DOW) officer in August, KRDO News reports.
Nov 4, 2011:
Officials from the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission discussed a plan that will decide whether or not wolves will become delisted as an endangered species in the state, the Associated Press reports.
Nov 3, 2011:
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) recently filed a complaint against McDonald's pork supplier Smithfield Foods, stating that the company is making false claims about the way it treats it animals.
Nov 3, 2011:
People around the world who choose not to eat foods that come from animals came together to celebrate World Vegan Day on November 1, The Huffington Post reports.
Nov 1, 2011:
The story of a cat with 26 toes has inspired a number of people to make a donation of $26 to the Milwaukee Animal Rescue Center in Wisconsin, The Huffington Post reports.
Nov 1, 2011:
Young children from a school in Syracuse, New York, formed a club with the goal of ending the Canadian seal hunt, during which the Canadian government allows hundreds of thousands of baby seals to be killed for fur each year, The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reports.
Oct 31, 2011:
The contributions made by Cooper the military working dog in Iraq will not be forgotten, just as the work of his handler, Corporal Kory Wiens, will not be, the Washington Post reports.
Oct 31, 2011:
Black cats are known as a witch's companion, a bad omen, and a symbol of the devil.
Oct 27, 2011:
When Lauren Pytel was traveling away from home and missed her cats, all she had to do was log on to her local animal rescue shelter's website to virtually maneuver toys for real cats that were living at the shelter, The New York Times reports.
Oct 27, 2011:
Dog owners' legal obligation to license their pets has been around for many years, but it has been easy to disregard this law, which can cost up to $50 a year, because there are no consequences for not obeying it, the Chicago Sun Times.
Oct 26, 2011:
A Great Dane named Maddison is in need of adoption, but her forever home must be willing to also care for Lily, another Great Dane whom she is literally inseparable from.
Oct 26, 2011:
Dogs at animal rescue shelters need plenty of exercise, and the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Angell (MSPCA) has a specially designed scooter for just that reason, The Boston Globe reports.
Oct 25, 2011:
October 22 was National Pit Bull Awareness Day, a time to celebrate the good qualities of the breed that has an unfairly negative reputation, Dogster.com reports.
Oct 25, 2011:
Animal rights groups have accused the Ukranian government of using illegal and inhumane methods of killing stray dogs, the Associated Press reports.
Oct 25, 2011:
Live monkeys used in dangerous and harmful Army chemical warfare training will be replaced by non-animal alternatives, the U.S. Army recently announced.
Oct 24, 2011:
The director of the Detroit Zoo, Ron Kagan, is trying to put a stop to the proposed changes of Senate Bill 210.
Oct 21, 2011:
The herd of exotic animals that was set loose in Ohio last week has spurred many animal rights activists and organizations to call for stricter pet laws.
Oct 20, 2011:
The U.S. District Court recently ruled that importing polar bear trophies such as rugs into the United States is illegal, citing that their status as threatened under the Endangered Species Act, GlobalAnimal.org reports.
Oct 19, 2011:
Animals have been feeling the pain of the poor economy just as much, if not worse, than humans.
Oct 19, 2011:
Computers that were formerly used by the police department in Fort Wayne, Indiana, are now being put to use to help animal control officers more effectively return lost pets to their owners, The Journal Gazette reports.
Oct 18, 2011:
About 150 dogs were rescued from a puppy mill in the Midwest by the Best Friends Animal Society recently, the Associated Press reports.
Oct 17, 2011:
Animal rights activists stepped in to save almost 1,000 dogs from slaughterhouses in southwestern China recently, MyFox New York reports.
Oct 17, 2011:
An animal rescue shelter in Lafayette, Indiana, is working to curb the negative stereotype surrounding "bully breeds" in order to match them with the loving homes they deserve, JCOnline.com reports.
Oct 14, 2011:
Families and individuals decide to adopt pets for a variety of reasons, but the emotional benefits it provides for owners may be one of the best.
Oct 14, 2011:
Moving from California to Tennesse, Rebecca Helwig couldn't help but be concerned about the lack of laws regarding the tethering or chaining of dogs, the Tennessean reports.
Oct 13, 2011:
The commissioners of Manatee County in Florida has adopted a no-kill policy at its animal shelter, influencing other area shelters to take the same measures, Bradenton Patch reports.
Oct 12, 2011:
Wild horse populations have developed across the American West since settlers brought them to the Americas and used them during Westward Expansion.
Oct 12, 2011:
More than 280 events across all 50 United States will recognize National Feral Cat Awareness Day this week, USA Today reports.
Oct 11, 2011:
Many people participate in fundraisers and other events in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month during the month of October in order to fight against the disease that kills thousands of women each year.
Oct 11, 2011:
It is easy enough for humans to be horrified by the conditions of many puppy mills - dirty facilities and inhumane practices are likely to emotionally scar those who see them.
Oct 10, 2011:
Governor Jerry Brown recently signed legislation that makes California the fourth state in the nation to ban the practice of shark finning, the Humane Society of the United States reports.
Oct 10, 2011:
Animal welfare group Born Free USA recently attacked the practice of trapping wild animals with a video showing a number of methods they considered inhumane, The Times Leader reports.
Oct 7, 2011:
Animal shelters across the U.S. have noticed a disturbing trend in pet adoption - a large number of the pets that don't get adopted are black.
Oct 6, 2011:
It will be easy to adopt a pet from an animal rescue shelter this weekend, as the pet supply chain Petco is helping dozens of local shelters across the nation host adoption events.
Oct 5, 2011:
PBS KIDS has teamed up with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) to expand the positive message of pet adoption on the show Martha Speaks.
Oct 5, 2011:
October has been named Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month in an effort to increase the number of dogs that get adopted out from animal rescue shelters.
Oct 4, 2011:
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) filed a petition asking the White House to crack down on puppy mills, and less than 10 days later it had 10,600 signatures, double the amount it needed to get an official response from the federal government.
Oct 4, 2011:
People all over the world celebrate animals on October 4 each year, which has been designated World Animal Day, The Boston Globe reports.
Oct 3, 2011:
Citizens from many communities rally together for legislation that will help their kids' schools, environment or other rights, but those in San Francisco are lobbying for the rights of their four-legged friends, the Associated Press reports.
Oct 3, 2011:
The feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi is celebrated each year on October 4, and churches around the world honored this patron saint of animals and the environment Sunday October 2 by bringing their animals to church to be blessed, the Huffington Post reports.
Sep 30, 2011:
Researchers from the University of Florida recently found that a single dose of the immunocontraceptive vaccine GonaCon limits fertility for multiple years in adult female cats, CatChannel.com reports.
Sep 30, 2011:
Pet food banks sprung up everywhere in 2008 as the crashing economy caused people unanticipated financial struggles.
Sep 29, 2011:
Pet oxygen masks are crucial to save animals from home fires, and a set was recently donated to the Teaneck, New Jersey Fire Department on behalf of Companion Animal Advocates (CAA), a nonprofit organization devoted to promoting the welfare of pets, NorthJersey.com reports.
Sep 29, 2011:
After rescuing dozens of pit bulls from two suspected dog fighting rings in North Carolina, Hello Bully, an American pit bull rescue and rehabilitation organization, took 14 in and rehabilitated them. They are now ready for adoption, Cranberry Patch reports.
Sep 22, 2011:
Lynea Lattazio had to sell her diamond wedding ring and Mercedes to keep her cats healthy, but it didn't matter to her.
Sep 21, 2011:
The winners for the Funny Fluffy Photo Caption Contest, part II, a part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, were announced today.
Sep 20, 2011:
When pet photographer Teresa Berg decided to volunteer to take new photos of dogs at a local shelter for their online profiles, it resulted in a 100 percent increase in adoptions at the shelter, PopPhoto.com reports.
Sep 20, 2011:
A cigarette-smoking orangutan will be forced to kick her habit now that she has been rescued from the zoo where officials said she was kept in poor conditions, AFP reports.
Sep 19, 2011:
Many people who seek to rescue a dog from a local shelter look for one that is friendly and as healthy as possible.
Sep 19, 2011:
No one knows what allowed a calico cat named Willow to make it 1,500 miles away from her home in the Rocky Mountains to arrive safely in New York City.
Sep 16, 2011:
An organization dedicated to opening a leash-free beach in Santa Monica is holding its second fundraiser of the season this Saturday, the Santa Monica Daily Press reports.
Sep 15, 2011:
Alligator hunting season has begun in the southern states where these massive reptiles dwell, but some are concerned about their status as a protected species and worry about how the hunting is affecting it, WSFA News reports.Alligator hunting season has begun in the southern states where these massive reptiles dwell, but some are concerned about their status as a protected species and worry about how the hunting is affecting it, WSFA News reports.
Sep 14, 2011:
A potential dogfighting operation in western Maine is under investigation after multiple reports of stolen dogs, barking and gunshots have been reported, the Bangor Daily News reports.
Sep 13, 2011:
Joe Massey, police chief of Waterville, Maine, recently told WABI TV that he would like to see the city prohibit residents from owning certain breeds.
Sep 6, 2011:
The San Francisco Animal Care and Control agency recently made an announcement that it has never made before: the animal rescue shelter is full and cannot accept any more dog surrenders, the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Sep 6, 2011:
When economic conditions make it difficult for owners to feed animals that they love and care for, adoption does not have to be the answer.
Sep 1, 2011:
Julia Fentem, Ph.D. of Unilever, recently received the 2011 Russell & Burch Award from the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) for her contributions to the advancement of alternative methods in animal testing.
Aug 30, 2011:
Chaining or tethering a dog in a way that causes abuse or neglect will be illegal in Forsyth County, North Carolina, after the board of commissioners heard arguments on both sides and voted 4-3 to pass the amendment to the county's animal control ordinance, the News & Record reports.
Aug 29, 2011:
The California State Assembly recently passed a bill that would require all pets released from state animal rescue shelters to be implanted with owner-identifying microchips.
Aug 26, 2011:
A pet store chain in Canada recently announced it would stop selling animals at all of its 41 locations across the country, the Huffington Post reports.
Aug 25, 2011:
The United Kingdom charity K9 Crusaders wants to add education about dogs to school curricula in order to teach children the issues surrounding dog care and humane treatment of animals, the BBC reports.
Aug 23, 2011:
Residents in Portland, Texas, are fighting over whether feeding feral cats near Sunset Lake Park should be banned.
Aug 19, 2011:
San Francisco was criticized in June for its bill, "The Humane Pet Proposal," which seeks to ban the sale of live animals as pets.
Aug 18, 2011:
The owner of a wolf-dog hybrid breed in South Carolina was charged with animal cruelty for keeping the canine in cramped, unsanitary conditions and was also charged for his failure to inoculate the animal against rabies, The Island Packet reports.
Aug 18, 2011:
The only no-kill animal shelter in Pleasanton, California, will be able to stay open thanks to a fundraising campaign that helped it raise more than twice as much as it had hoped, Pleasanton Patch reports.
Aug 18, 2011:
The Animal Welfare Division of Oklahoma City will now be able to keep half of the city's animal shelter adoption fees, allowing them to offer a sterilization program for city residents, the Oklahoman reports.
Aug 16, 2011:
A dog that was left outside on a scorching hot rooftop for 10 hours last month will get its severe burns treated with a stem cell treatment that is the first of its kind, the Reading Eagle reports.
Aug 15, 2011:
Supporters of animal rights gave three cheers for Rise of the Planet of the Apes recently, applauding the filmmakers for using computer-generated imagery (CGI) to create the apes on screen instead of using real animals.
Aug 15, 2011:
Veterans and dogs are helping each other heal as part of a study at the Research Center for Human/Animal Interaction at the University of Missouri's College of Veterinary Medicine, the Kansas City Star reports.
Aug 15, 2011:
California's state capitol will see supporters and opponents of a new bill that was proposed to ban shark finning today, as the Senate Appropriations Committee decides whether to pass it on to the full Senate, the Public News Service reports.
Aug 11, 2011:
Cole Amyx started thinking about making dog toys when he was only 8 years old and noticed that his dog's toys were becoming too expensive for his family.
Aug 10, 2011:
Putting a child up for adoption is a long, involved process in which birth parents are required to go through legal and psychological counsel.
Aug 10, 2011:
The winners for the Funny Fluffy Photo Caption Contest, part I, a part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, were announced today.
Aug 5, 2011:
Children in the Anderson, California, region learned how to interact with dogs at Haven Humane Society's Camp Love A Pet recently, KHSLTV reports.
Aug 5, 2011:
Pit bulls have gotten a bad reputation over the years, stemming from their use in the illegal dogfighting ring in the United States.
Aug 4, 2011:
The Cat Protection Society in Eustis, Florida, is desperate to find families for the cats in their shelter, whose number recently grew to an unmanageble size, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Aug 3, 2011:
The Build an Ark Foundation, a local animal shelter in Ellijay, Georgia, was given a Shelters in Crisis grant by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) after the facility was destroyed in an April tornado, the HSUS reports.
Aug 2, 2011:
In Meggett, South Carolina, a man was fed up with seeing the poor condition of a neighbors horse, named Holly-Grace, The Post and Courier reports.
Aug 1, 2011:
In April of 2011, wolves in the Western United States lost their endangered species status when legislation delisting the animals was passed.
Jul 29, 2011:
A formal protest was filed against the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) by the Sierra Club, Center for Biological Diversity and Los Padres Forest Watch today.
Jul 29, 2011:
In New York City, girls are given a chance to become leaders and social assets in their community by participating in Paw Pal - an after-school program run by Unleashed, a non-profit organization.
Jul 28, 2011:
SeaWorld is standing by its commitment to help save animals in the ocean as it finishes up a new dolphin medical facility next to its park in Orlando, Florida, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
Jul 28, 2011:
Although the economy is in a rut and animal shelters are struggling to maintain necessary funding and reducing their adoption rates, a pet food donation in Cherokee Village, Arkansas, has saved a local animal shelter from collapse.
Jul 26, 2011:
When Yao Ming, a Chinese international figure and NBA All-Star, was asked about having shark fin soup served at his wedding in 2007, he soundly rejected the notion.
Jul 25, 2011:
Coastal German Shepherd Rescue in Lake Forest, California, is looking to have 63 dogs adopted in 63 days, in part to trim its burgeoning dog population of 120 canines, the Orange County Register reports.
Jul 25, 2011:
Bikers from all over the country have been showing their support for pets at the annual HOGS for Dogs rally held at the Denney's Harley-Davidson in Springfield, Missouri.
Jul 22, 2011:
A new drug may be able to sterilize dogs without surgery, creating a new opportunity to control the dog overpopulation issue that is plaguing America, The Arizona Republic reports.
Jul 22, 2011:
The Humane Society of Knox County in Thomaston, Maine, is being helped by some pint-sized philanthropists, reports the Herald Gazette.
Jul 22, 2011:
Now through August 1, contestants may submit a picture of their adopted dog along with their adoption story at the Fuzzy Nation Facebook page to win grants for their favorite shelter.
Jul 20, 2011:
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick appeared on Capitol Hill yesterday to lobby members of Congress to pass the Humane Society of the United States'-supported Animal Fighting Spectator Prohibition Act, the Huffington Post reports.
Jul 20, 2011:
The Bryson City, North Carolina, P.A.W.S. Animal Shelter won a $1,000 prize for making it into the second round of voting during The Animal Rescue Sites $300,000 challenge, reports Smoky Mountain News.
Jul 19, 2011:
A Fort Greene resident dresses up like a feline superhero twice a month to volunteer at Williamsburgs Brooklyn Animal Resource Coalition and a Manhattan humane society, reports The Brooklyn Paper.
Jul 19, 2011:
Tom Ducatte, a professor of physical education at East Stroudsburg University, recently organized a run/walk to benefit local animal shelters, reports the Pocono Record.
Jul 19, 2011:
Schoch's Harley Davidson is hosting its 5th annual Build the Sanctuary Ride and Show to sponsor Camp Papillon Pet Adoption and Rescue Sanctuary Fund, reports the Pocono Record.
Jul 18, 2011:
An angry street cat saved his own life at a Mosman veterinary clinic after he charmed the veterinarians before the procedure to euthanize him, reports The Mosman Daily. Duncan, an angry and terrified street cat, had been picked up and brought to the veterinary clinic where Charlotte Surridge works.
Jul 18, 2011:
Shore News Today reports that the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center received a $1000 donation from the Paws and Claws Society Inc.
Jul 18, 2011:
Six anonymous neighbors of the Four Paws Rescue shelter in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, donated approximately $23 thousand to save the organization from having to close its doors reported NBC-affiliate WETM News.
Jul 13, 2011:
A study by animal control officer Courtney Bacon in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, may make summer months safer for dogs, especially those who are traveling, the Portsmouth Herald reports.
Jul 13, 2011:
Two U.S. representatives have introduced bi-partisan federal legislation that would make it illegal to knowingly spectate organized animal fights, and would impose additional penalties for causing a minor to attend such an event, the Humane Society of the United States reports.
Jul 13, 2011:
Volunteers hope to continue the work of a shelter in Corinth, Texas, that has been saving cats since 1998.
Jul 11, 2011:
No one will be able to shoot endangered antelopes without individual permits if a rule proposed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service gets passed, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reports.
Jul 8, 2011:
Some animal shelters are cold and sterile, with metal cages stacked in rooms with artificial lighting holding dogs and cats that are released only a few times per day.
Jul 7, 2011:
The Michigan Human Society's Cruelty Investigation and Rescue Department recently investigated five cases of dogs that have embedded collars, chains or cables in their skin as a result of being tethered and unsupervised, Clickon Detroit reports.
Jul 7, 2011:
Pet stores in the West Village of New York City have banned the purchase of puppies by people who have been drinking alcohol, DNA Info.com reports.
Jul 7, 2011:
The PetSmart in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin recently got a new addition, one that will hopefully ease the burden of the Bay Area Humane Society.
Jul 6, 2011:
The Oregon legislature recently passed several animal protection bills, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reports.
Jul 5, 2011:
Animal shelter managers across Idaho cite the economy as the main reason for the influx in animals to their facilities in the past three years, the Magic Valley Times News reports.
Jun 22, 2011:
The third and final Grand Photo Prize winner for the Spring Romp Photo Contest, a part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, was announced today.
Jun 16, 2011:
Many viewers of Animal Planet are likely to be enraged once they see a new documentary special on captive hunting, where animals - including endangered species - are hunted in Texas and even New York.
Jun 13, 2011:
Gina Browning, the director of public relations of the SPCA Serving Erie County, believes that many animal owners are making a mistake by taking their pets on inappropriate excursions.
Jun 1, 2011:
In Morehead, Kentucky, the Rowan County K-9 Shelter is being renovated and will receive new supplies including beds, according to a recent report from the Greenwich Time.
May 25, 2011:
The first winner for the Spring Romp Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, was announced today. Submissions for the next Spring Romp Photo Contest begin Thursday, May 26!
May 24, 2011:
The Start Over Rover animal shelter based in Adams County, Nebraska, rescued 17 puppies and 21 dogs in total, after hearing that they were on the verge of being euthanized.
Apr 27, 2011:
The first winner for the Spring Romp Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge of 2011 - with Petfinder.com, was announced today. Submissions for the next Spring Romp Photo Contest begin Thursday, April 28!
Apr 14, 2011:
A federal judge, Donald Molloy, has rejected a plan to remove wolves from the Endangered Species Act, according to Reuters.
Apr 5, 2011:
The Lost Angels Animal Rescue organization sent volunteers to the J.E. Robins Elementary School to read to children and teach them about animal rescue.
Apr 1, 2011:
Animal rescue services saved about 120 dogs from a puppy mill in Tennessee on the same day that U.S. Congressman Michael Grimm of New York adopted a rescue dog.
Apr 1, 2011:
A pony, a cat, a few lizards and about a dozen dogs were saved from inhumane conditions at a farmhouse in Ottawa and are recovering under the care of veterinarians and other animal rescue workers.
Apr 1, 2011:
The Mason County Animal Shelter in Point Pleasant has 28 dogs and 3 cats still up for adoption, according to My Daily Register.
Mar 29, 2011:
Debbie McMullen, who wrote a book called "How Many Dogs?! Using Positive Reinforcement to Manage a Multiple Dog Household," now works as a trainer for those with multiple canines, according to the Seattle Times.
Mar 29, 2011:
The Spay/Neuter Industry Professionals (SNIP!) Summit will be held at The Grove Park Inn from March 31 to April 2, in Asheville, North Carolina.
Mar 29, 2011:
Following the collapse of the Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) in Muncie Indiana, due to severe flooding, students at the nearby Ball State University (BSU) rallied and offered temporary foster homes to many of the dogs and cats, according to the campus newspaper, BSU Daily News.
Mar 29, 2011:
Pet owners kept their dogs clean and supported an animal rescue cause through The Bark Ark's benefit dog wash in Mendon, Massachusetts, according to the Milford Daily News.
Mar 29, 2011:
An animal rescue effort succeeded in rescuing 65 dogs, 74 cats and a potbelly pig after heavy rains in Muncie, Indiana, flooded outdoor animal pens, endangering the animals, according to The Indy Channel.
Mar 29, 2011:
The Equine Rescue League recently saved a horse named Serena with the help of philanthropist Scott Kovak, according to WTKR News.
Mar 28, 2011:
A dog named Barney swallowed a family heirloom in the form of a 100-year-old diamond ring, but survived because his owner, Karen Woolley, quickly rushed him to the hospital, according to PeoplePets.com.
Mar 25, 2011:
An update from the Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue and Support (JEARS) organization has confirmed that Tashirojima, an island in Japan famous for having an abundant number of cats, is ding well post-earthquake, according to Discovery News.
Mar 25, 2011:
Pets can get into trouble with other animals and with inanimate objects, but sometimes the pets are hurt while trying to rescue their human companions, according to PeoplePets.com.
Mar 25, 2011:
The Safford Memorial Animal Care and Adoption Center, also known as Pine Ridge, will be renovated to better provide facilities and care for its animals, according to the Boston Globe.
Mar 25, 2011:
A new animal shelter in Anderson, South Carolina, is set to open to the public on April 28 and is in need of volunteers and anyone wishing to help in its animal rescue mission, according to a recent report from the Independent Mail.
Mar 25, 2011:
Canine influenza virus can be prevented with vaccines and a new grant from Petfinder.com has enabled the S.A.F.E. Animal Rescue center in Thousand Oaks, California, to better take care of its dogs, according to the Thousand Oaks Acorn.
Mar 25, 2011:
Shoppers at a Port Clinton grocery store in Ohio had unexpected company in the form of a beaver, according to the Mansfield News Journal.
Mar 24, 2011:
An exhausted and muddy spaniel with a silver collar is shown on video footage leading rescuers to a fellow injured canine following the devastating earthquake in Japan on March 11, according to Metro News U.K.
Mar 24, 2011:
Sarge's Animal Rescue group in Waynesville is anticipating the opening of a new adoption center with about 14,000 square feet of outdoor playing area for dogs, according to the Citizen-Times.com.
Mar 24, 2011:
Connery is a tiny owl that is less than 7 inches tall and weighs under 3 ounces, at full size, but he already has a Facebook page that is helping draw attention to animal rescue efforts, according to the Herald Extra News.
Mar 24, 2011:
A couple from Cactus Forest, Arizona, are starting a new animal rescue center called Lakota Ladies Haven Incorporated, specifically aimed at helping small farm animals, according to the Tri-Valley Central News.
Mar 24, 2011:
A porpoise who lay stranded in a flooded rice paddy in Japan was rescued and returned to the ocean.
Mar 24, 2011:
The Animal Rescue Fund in Muncie, Indiana, was flooded by water and then by love, according to The Star Press.
Mar 22, 2011:
Whether one has the time, money, desire or simply discarded newspapers, there are multiple ways that one can assist and contribute to animal rescue centers, according to a new report from PetAnim.com.
Mar 21, 2011:
A cat named Fern was stuck in a tree from Sunday to Thursday morning, in Concord, Massachusetts, when he was finally brought down by animal rescue at around 11 a.m. on March 17, according to The Boston Globe.
Mar 21, 2011:
Tonya Moser and Chris Weil run Weil Coyote Siberian Husky & Large Breed Rescue, Inc., an animal rescue program that spawned from Moser's long time love for Siberian Huskies, according to ENCToday.com.
Mar 18, 2011:
Impact Motion Pictures has optioned a book called On Toby's Terms, written by Charmaine Hammond.
Mar 17, 2011:
Living situation, space, lifestyle and family members are all considerations that should be carefully weighed before making the choice to pursue animal adoption, according to a recent report from the Jamestown Sun.
Mar 17, 2011:
The first ever Mardi Gras-themed event for the Our House of Hope Rescue animal shelter was held in Mundelein, Illinois, and was dubbed "Mardi Pawz," according to the Lake County Sun Times.
Mar 15, 2011:
The Last Hope Cat Kingdom, a nonprofit animal rescue shelter, was destroyed in December following a fire, and students from the University of California, Merced, will help in the rebuilding effort, according to The Merced Sun Star.
Mar 11, 2011:
There is the UN and then there is the UAN - the United Animal Nations. UAN is a California-based animal advocacy organization that has sent eleven volunteers - and plans to send 14 more - to Franklin County, Ohio, in order to help 350 dogs recently rescued from a poorly maintained animal shelter, according to New Carlisle News.
Mar 10, 2011:
A Belgian Malinois dog who proved a little bit too energetic for his owners may end up as a law enforcement service dog, according to the Mercury News.
Mar 7, 2011:
Firefighters in Long Beach, California, entered a house on fire and rescued the family's dog, according to NBC Los Angeles.
Mar 4, 2011:
Despite some controversy and potential footnotes, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) declared on Wednesday, March 2, that the eastern cougar is extinct, according to the Christian Science Monitor.
Mar 2, 2011:
A recent report from the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Oklahoma State University suggests that there are many cases of accidental pet poisoning in the United States.
Feb 25, 2011:
A new study from the University of Vienna shows that cats have control over their human-cat relationships, much in the same way as human children have a say in how parents take care of them, according to Discovery News.
Feb 25, 2011:
Animal lovers who are feeding their dogs and cats food items such as steak, cheese, chicken and ice cream are causing many American pets to be overweight, according to a recent report from The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention.
Feb 25, 2011:
An 11-year-old Doberman in Marco Islands, Florida, was missing for more than 15 hours when residents were alerted to his location by dolphins making loud splashing sounds, according to the United Press International (UPI).
Feb 25, 2011:
An animal rescue in the European Union's future tallest building involved a red fox named Romeo, who was found living atop the 72-story Shard building. The animal had been there for about two weeks, according to MyFox New York.
Feb 24, 2011:
Dr. Alan Rabinowitz, President and CEO of Panthera, talked about how animals saved his life in a recent feature on CNN's Human Factor.
Feb 23, 2011:
The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society has successfully forced Japan's whale hunt to end early, according to CNN News.
Feb 23, 2011:
Beginning on March 1, residents of Pittsburgh can apply to have their pets spayed and neutered for free, according to the Pittsburgh Post Gazette.
Feb 23, 2011:
On February 22, otherwise known as National "Spay Day," the St. Augustine Humane Society of St. Augustine, Florida, offered a special deal for discounts on cat spaying and neutering, according to the Historic City News.
Feb 23, 2011:
Zach Skow, the founder of Marley's Mutts, a local animal rescue in Tehachapi, California, will be featured in the March 2011 issue of O Magazine, according to 23ABC, the Bakersfield and Kern County, California, news station.
Feb 22, 2011:
Prevent Homeless Pets, a nonprofit organization, will team with the Benton Franklin Humane Society, Pet Over Population Prevention and numerous veterinarians to support feral cat animal rescue on Tuesday, February 22, according to The News Tribune.
Feb 22, 2011:
A 3 to 4-year-old Plott Hound named Duchess, of the Dunedin Doggie Rescue organization, has been featured on an ABC Action News special, reports the news source from Dunedin, Florida.
Feb 21, 2011:
The Massachusetts School of Law, which has animal advocacy law program, will honor firefighter Tim Wareham, of Newbury Massachusetts, who rescued a dog.
Feb 21, 2011:
More than 260 dogs paraded on the streets of Alton, Illinois, some in costume, at the 2nd Mardi Gras Pet Parade on Sunday February 20, according to The Telegraph.
Feb 21, 2011:
A special feature on man's best friend will air on Nat Geo Wild Channel on Monday, February 21, at 8 p.m. ET, according to PEOPLEPets.com.
Feb 18, 2011:
Dr. Karen Sorenmo, a veterinary oncologist, started a group called the Shelter Canine Mammary Tumor Program that treats rescue dogs who have been diagnosed with cancer.
Feb 18, 2011:
According to a new CNN report on shark catching and overfishing, one third of shark species are in danger of extinction.
Feb 18, 2011:
When more than 100 dogs were rescued from terrible conditions in a Chippewa Lake home in early February, the Medina Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) implored residents to help in the rescue effort, reported Fox8.com.
Feb 17, 2011:
When 25 lions arrived in the U.S. from Bolivia on February 16, they were greeted by at least one famous American celebrity, reports the Daily Mail.
Feb 16, 2011:
Craig's Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado, is set to welcome 25 lions rescued from Bolivian circuses, according to NewsCore.
Feb 11, 2011:
There is a great need for animal rescue in Egypt as thousands of pets become the forgotten victims of recent riots in the nation, reports People Pets.
Feb 11, 2011:
When officials at the Howletts Wild Animal Park in Canterbury, England, could not help a collapsed elephant, even with a forklift, they called the Kent Fire and Rescue Service, according to the BBC.
Feb 10, 2011:
In ironic move, animal rescue shelter wants to buy Michael Vick's house
Feb 9, 2011:
A promotion for animal rescue in Santa Barbara is highlighting Valentine's Day discounts as well as giving tips to college students who want to help animals.
Feb 9, 2011:
As Valentine's Day approaches, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) recently released guidelines to ensure pet safety amidst the holiday chocolate, flowers and cocktails.
Feb 9, 2011:
On February 5, the Humane Society of Tom Green County (HSTGC) in San Angelo, Texas, held its annual FurBall fundraiser at the Cactus Hotel, according to the San Angelo Standard-Times.
Jan 26, 2011:
The Chinese New Year falls on February 3 this year, and the impending holiday has some animal rights activists worried. The day will mark the beginning of the Year of the Rabbit, which may encourage some people to purchase a pet bunny without thoroughly considering the time or commitment of owning a pet, according to The Associated Free Press.
Jan 24, 2011:
Animal rights advocates are warning would-be pet owners to refrain from purchasing micro pigs, small swines that recently surged in popularity. The animals may not make good pets and are often abandoned by their owners, according to the BBC.
Jan 21, 2011:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is being sued by The Center for Biological Diversity, which claims that the government organization did not consult wildlife officials when regulating pesticide usage. The plaintiff claims that failure to discuss pesticide effects with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife officials could have serious effects on endangered animals and their natural habitats, according to Reuters.
Jan 20, 2011:
A group of 25 circus lions were recently rescued from where they were being kept in Bolivia. The big cats will be relocated to the U.S., where they will be taken into an environment much more suitable for wildlife, according to CatChannel.com.
Jan 18, 2011:
Dog owners in the San Francisco area are raising their haunches in protest at a proposed leash law produced by the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). The legislation would restrict owners from allowing their four-legged friends to roam parks without a leash, reports The San Francisco Chronicle.
Jan 7, 2011:
Those who visit New York City often partake in one of the metropolis' most notable tourist attractions - a horse-drawn carriage ride. However, the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) would prefer they didn't.
Jan 2, 2011:
While some dog owners have undoubtedly found their four-legged family members from a pet store, animal rights activists do their best to implore the public to look elsewhere. Pet stores often purchase canines from puppy mills, breeding grounds that increase a pooch's risk of health complications.
Jan 2, 2011:
Animal rights activists can rejoice - Salt Lake City has passed a new ordinance that will place further restrictions on dog breeding, Fox 13 News reports.
Dec 31, 2010:
There have been a number of stories about dogs doing all they can to save the life of a cat, but this one in particular may bring a tear to an animal lover's eye.
Dec 23, 2010:
It looks as though the days of chowing down on Big Macs are over for former President Bill Clinton. According to Politico.com, the 42nd leader of the free world was just honored by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) for adopting a vegan diet.
Dec 22, 2010:
It looks as though the Empire State is doing their part to help animals within their borders. According to the New York Daily News, an anti-tethering law may soon be put into action.
Dec 15, 2010:
December winners for the Shelter Fan Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Holiday Shelter+ Challenge - together with Petfinder.com, were announced today. There are only a few days left to vote in The Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Holiday Shelter Challenge - together with Petfinder.com!
Dec 14, 2010:
While people who spot a dog wandering around without an owner should immediately call their local animal shelter, people should remember that not every lost pup is a stray. In fact, some canines just need to find their way home again.
Dec 13, 2010:
A pair of puppies who were snatched from an animal shelter are finally back home, The Middleton Press reports.
Dec 12, 2010:
An animal shelter in North Carolina recently had quite the influx of charitable donations, StarNewsOnline.com reports.
Dec 12, 2010:
The Circus Animal Rights Coalition in Malta has once again took to the streets in the name of animal rights, the Independent Reports.
Nov 17, 2010:
November winners for the Shelter Fan Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Holiday Shelter+ Challenge - together with Petfinder.com, were announced today. Submissions for the December Shelter Fan Photo Contest begin Thursday, November 18!
Nov 12, 2010:
At first glance, it may be difficult to tell that Charlie, a 5-year-old Bichon Frise, has led quite the harrowing existence. The canine was rescued, along with 850 other pooches, from a Missouri puppy mill this past Halloween.
Nov 4, 2010:
Animal Advocates of West Virginia is undertaking an initiative where they plan on promoting the humane treatment of animals through advocacy and educational programs.
Oct 27, 2010:
One brave high school student has waged a battle against school officials, all in the name of animal rights, KSN News reports.
Oct 25, 2010:
Only between 10 and 20 percent of pets are adopted from shelters or rescues, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). The Muttville Senior Dog Rescue group is just one of many organizations dedicated to increasing this percentage.
Oct 22, 2010:
Missouri voters will be heading to the polls in a few weeks to cast their ballots during this midterm election season, and one law on the sheet may put tighter restrictions on the state's dog breeders.
Oct 20, 2010:
October winners for the Shelter Fan Photo Contest, part of The Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Holiday Shelter+ Challenge - together with Petfinder.com, were announced today. Submissions for the November Shelter Fan Photo Contest begin Thursday, October 21!
Oct 19, 2010:
It's widely known that Ellen DeGeneres has a soft spot for animals, and now the funnylady is once again lending her efforts to another great cause.
Oct 7, 2010:
While a house fire can be devastating, people who have pets are especially at risk for emotional toil. Often, animals left alone in a home perish from smoke inhalation.
Sep 29, 2010:
Logan's Law: What it prohibits, what it allows, what it requires, and more about devocalization surgery, how animals can be affected, and what you can do about it.
Sep 24, 2010:
Actress Katherine Heigl's love of animals may be what prompted her latest act, pledging $1 million to help Los Angeles, California rescue shelters.
Sep 24, 2010:
Several of the world's leading wildlife conservation organizations came together this year to create a report on wild cats and canids, "The Fading Call of the Wild." The report highlights fifteen species of wild cats and canids (which include wild dogs, wolves, foxes, and jackals) in dire need of protection.
Sep 22, 2010:
Katrina Bowden is best known as the ditzy darling on NBC's hit comedy 30 Rock, but when it comes to animal rights, it looks as though she's one smart cookie.
Sep 17, 2010:
Victoria Horton is a walking horse encyclopedia according to her mother, Pandy. Her desire to help animals knows no bounds and it is apparent in her work with a horse rescue farm.
Aug 31, 2010:
People who adore animals often dream about owning some strange creatures, but some Chinese citizens may be letting their imagination get the best of them.
Aug 30, 2010:
If there's one thing Mary Bale will never do again, it's mess with an animal. The British woman, who was caught on tape last week unexpectedly throwing an innocent cat into a garbage bin, has been vilified by the public ever since.
Aug 24, 2010:
Lawmakers in New York's Suffolk County are considering new initiatives that would help animals while imposing stricter laws on individuals who abuse them, The Long Island Press reports.
Aug 10, 2010:
It looks like one animal shelter will be able to provide its residents with a little extra care.
Jul 31, 2010:
A groundbreaking humane law just took effect, making Massachusetts the first state to ban devocalization surgery to suppress or remove the voice of a dog or cat.
Jul 19, 2010:
Many states have passed laws regulating or banning puppy mills, prompting animal rescue officials in Texas to start voicing their concern that the state may become a haven for unregulated facilities, The Dallas Morning News reports.
Jul 7, 2010:
Olivia Wilde is undoubtedly gorgeous, but the stunning actress can now claim the title of the Sexiest Vegetarian Alive.
Jun 21, 2010:
Tracy Davis and Michael Zambori met in 1989 and bonded over their love for helping animals. Together they maintain a 15-acre property that has become the home to many rescued animals over the last 10 years, DigitalBurg.com reports.
Jun 18, 2010:
Two pit bulls, a male named Brawn and a female named Brains, are recovering nicely at an animal shelter in Palm Beach County, Florida, after an unbelievable journey, WPBF 25 reports.
Jun 17, 2010:
Some celebrities are known for being animal rights activists, but which one of them is the sexiest?
Jun 9, 2010:
There's no doubt that dogs and cats are like children to pet owners. Still, when our four-legged friends become ill, it affects our pockets as well as our psyches.
Jun 4, 2010:
West Hollywood has jumped on the animal rights bandwagon as they are now restricting the sale of dogs and cats in retail stores, reports MSNBC.
Jun 3, 2010:
Leona Lewis is a true beauty - inside and out. The X-Factor champion and Bleeding Love chanteuse has not only wooed the world with her incredible voice, but is putting her best foot forward for animal rights.
May 24, 2010:
Scores of animal rights activists raised their voice for a special marine animal this weekend, according to the Los Angeles Times.
May 18, 2010:
The first annual Tail-Waggers Strut recently took place in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, to help raise money for the Crossings Animal Sanctuary, reports BucksLocalNews.com.
May 17, 2010:
The True Blue Animal Shelter has cared for countless animals and has helped them regain their health and happiness, reports The Magnolia Potpourri.
May 12, 2010:
Jane Lynch is best known from her performance as the hilarious gym teacher Sue Sylvester on Glee, but it looks like the funnylady gets serious when it comes to animals.
May 12, 2010:
A recent poll conducted by the Associated Press has found that more Americans would choose a pet from a shelter rather than a pet store, reports the source.
May 12, 2010:
Under the recommendations of the Chicago City Council Health Committee, the city of Chicago may soon be offering low-cost distemper shots for the dogs and cats of the Windy City, according to the Chicago Tribune.
May 7, 2010:
When floods hit Dyersburg, Tennessee, the ASPCA swooped into action and helped save many pets, to help rescue countless animals from the around the community and a shelter as well, reports the Dyersburg State Gazette.
May 6, 2010:
Massachusetts has become the first state to ban the devocalization of dogs and cats with a bill that was recently signed into law by Governor Deval Patrick, reports WickedLocal.com.
May 5, 2010:
Residents of Missouri are seeking to get a ballot initiative approved that would introduce restrictions on dog breeders to curtail any harsh or cruel treatment towards dogs in the state, reports USA Today.
May 5, 2010:
May is National Bike Month, which means scores of cyclists will be hitting the open road. Still, people with pooches may long to take their furry friends along for the ride.
May 4, 2010:
Ocelot Atlanta LLC recently announced that a portion of the sales from their book, A Golfer's Tail, will be donated to a no-kill animal shelter.
May 3, 2010:
In the town of Collinsville, Oklahoma, even pets have been hit by the economic downturn, according to Tulsa World.
Apr 28, 2010:
Many animal rescue shelters offer a refuge for cats and dogs who have lost their way and need a new home, but when animals that aren't traditionally pets need care or shelter, it's often difficult to find the right place for them.
Apr 22, 2010:
Say what you will about Spencer Pratt, but it looks like his sister Stephanie is doing some good for our furry friends.
Apr 16, 2010:
Farmers around the U.S. have begun taking proactive steps to update and improve the animal welfare polices they practice on their ranches, after receiving pressure from the U.S. Humane Society.
Apr 16, 2010:
The U.S. Humane Society recently released some undercover footage that revealed the less-than ideal conditions that chickens were living in at one of the largest egg farms in America.
Apr 13, 2010:
New York City officials are making a concerted effort to get more people to adopt animals by teaming up with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
Apr 12, 2010:
A safari theme park in Thailand that features orangutan kickboxing matches - complete with boxing gloves, spin kicks, and bikini-clad females of the species displaying cards with the round number - has drawn both the glee of some tourists and the ire of some animal rights activists.
Apr 8, 2010:
To play donkey basketball, or not to play donkey basketball? That is the question being debated by school officials, a local business owner and an animal rights activists in Snohomish, Washington.
Apr 7, 2010:
On Monday, April 5, Hawaii's House Judiciary Committee decided to shelve a proposal to recognize cockfighting for its cultural significance in the state, evidently deciding that the measure would have far too great implications on animal rights.
Apr 2, 2010:
With Easter right around the corner, many observers are looking forward to getting a basket full of bunnies and chicks - but hopefully only those of the chocolate and marshmallow variety.
Mar 25, 2010:
The Wisconsin Humane Society had been hoping to raise about $6 million to build a new animal shelter on the west side of Saukville. Earlier this week, the animal rights group took a huge leap toward achieving that goal when Saukville residents John and Elizabeth Feith donated $1 million to the project.
Mar 24, 2010:
Searching for the perfect pet can be a lot like looking for a new significant other. New owners are looking for a pet that they can have fun with, commit to, and watch TV with. And though stepping into your local animal rescue shelter is an excellent way to meet and greet the pool of available pets, a few short visits aren't always the best way to find the perfect pet for you.
Mar 22, 2010:
We're all familiar with gym rats, but are beavers the rodents most truly dedicated to their fitness regimens? One beaver in Spokane, Washington, has been living at his gym for a year, undiscovered – and he wasn't even paying dues.
Mar 19, 2010:
Though feral cats are not always depicted in the most flattering ways, some animal rights advocates are at work lauding the efforts of the millions of Americans who treat strays like their own prized pets.
Mar 17, 2010:
Old wisdom suggests that dogs are man's best friend, but anyone who has ever spent time with a horse knows that they make for loyal, interactive and steadfast companions.
Mar 17, 2010:
The quest for peace and human rights in the Middle East has been an international effort for decades. While these lofty endeavors continue, world leaders are currently taking time to address the treatment of animals in the war-torn region.
Mar 12, 2010:
Do you need a little motivation to get out there and volunteer at one of your local animal rescue shelters?
Mar 12, 2010:
Many animal lovers would do almost anything to prevent their pet from being kidnapped or lost - from spending hours taping up posters of their lost pooch to visiting every animal rescue shelter in their area.
Mar 11, 2010:
Calling animal rights activist Ann Van Dyk a "cat person" may be a bit of an understatement.
Mar 10, 2010:
Most animal rescue shelters are thrilled when they're able to place one of their homeless pets with a loving family. However, until recently, many shelters had a strict set of requirements for new pet owners that sometimes would prohibit an otherwise-suitable family from taking home a new cat or dog.
Mar 5, 2010:
Many animal lovers like to cruise the web for stories about animal rescues, brave dogs and tiny kittens. But would you read a blog kept by an abandoned dog?
Mar 4, 2010:
In a real-life tale that mirrors the story of Little Orphan Annie, a five-year-old, abandoned on the streets, was able to make a name for himself on the Broadway stage. But there's one key difference - this little orphan was a terrier named Fred.
Mar 2, 2010:
Oscar season is approaching, which has many movie buffs focusing on their favorite films.
Feb 27, 2010:
Bob Barker, the legendary host of the price is right, has a soft spot for animals. He has worked to help animals for years, and the tragic death of a SeaWorld trainer recently prompted him to spring into action again.
Feb 23, 2010:
For his participation in an illegal dog fighting ring, the notorious quarterback Michael Vick has spent 19 months in prison, two months in home confinement and missed out on millions of dollars in contracts and endorsements.
Feb 23, 2010:
How do you get Leona Lewis to take her clothes off? Support animal rights!
Feb 19, 2010:
It seems like a noble idea to change laws so that animal rescue groups could provide care for a population of wild cats, but some decision makers in Athens, Georgia, say the move could cause more harm than good.
Feb 19, 2010:
After students at Grant Elementary School in Wisconsin donated animal food and cleaning supplies to a nearby animal rescue shelter, they were treated to a tour of the facility so they could see up-close the animals who had benefited from their efforts, according to the Wisconsin Rapids Tribune.
Feb 18, 2010:
Anyone who thinks that black cats are unlucky has not heard about the fortunate feline in Scotland who was able to locate an animal rescue center with its head stuck in a can of food.
Feb 16, 2010:
Today a resident of West Hollywood could have dropped into a local pet store to buy themselves a kitten or puppy; next month, they may not have that option.
Feb 12, 2010:
It might not seem like much of a sacrifice, but California natives can help animals by imbibing a few cocktails over the Valentine's Day weekend.
Feb 10, 2010:
Maybe it's childhood memories of "Charlotte's Web," or perhaps it's because the intelligent animals love to interact with people, but many kids (and adults) can't help but find pigs endearing.
Feb 9, 2010:
When a group of fifth-grade students at the Notre Dame Regional School in, Landisville, New Jersey, organized a drive for animal food, they got even more out of the experience than just the personal satisfaction that comes from helping animals.
Feb 8, 2010:
In Colorado, shopping till you drop is for the dogs.
Feb 5, 2010:
Animal lovers might be pretty conflicted over how they choose to spend their Super Bowl weekend when they hear the details of The Puppy Bowl VI, which promises to be "300 percent more adorable" than last year, according to the Miami News Times.
