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Humane Society
Animal Shelter Director Who Stole Record-Breaking $1.5 Million Sentenced to 7.5 Years in Prison
The former director of a Florida animal shelter has been sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in prison for embezzling nearly $1.6 million in funds.
Two Horses Die on Preakness Stakes Day—How Common Are Deaths in Horse Racing?
Pramedya, 4-year-old filly owned by Gretchen and Roy Jackson, broke her left front cannon bone during the fourth race on the Preakness undercard, and was euthanized on the track.
Texas Animal Shelter Fire Kills Resident Animals; ‘Puppy Room Hit the Worst’
‘Smoke conditions’ were simply too much for some of the animals.
The Hidden Cost of Beauty
Canada should ban outdated and cruel animal testing practices, says Humane Society International.
No Opposition to Inuit Sealing, says Humane Society International
Humane Society International is clarifying the group’s position on the Inuit seal hunt, as an Inuit protest against Ellen DeGeneres gains support.
Anonymous $25K Donation Given to Toronto Animal Shelter
An anonymous donation for $25,000 to a Toronto-area animal shelter left a worker in amazement.
First Wildlife Detector Dogs Graduate
Wildlife detection dogs are about to start working at American ports. The USDA National Detector Dog Training Center just graduated it’s first teams, according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The dogs will block rhino horn, ivory, and live reptile contraband.
Chain of Lakes Cycling Classic: Still Riding for the Dogs (and Cats)
For the fifth straight year the Chain of Lakes Cycling Classic is benefiting cyclist, fans, and the Humane Society.
