Animal Welfare News
Get the scoop on news pertaining to animal issues and welfare, including animal rescue, extinction and mistreatment. Features information about charity events, initiatives, products and services that benefit animals of all kinds.
Abolition Day 2016: U.S.'s Vegan, Abolitionist Political Party Publishes Final Draft of Abolition Amendment; Will Grant Legal Personhood, Rights to Other Animals
The Humane Party has published the final, full draft of the Abolition Amendment, a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution. Upon ratification, the Abolition Amendment will abolish the property status of all animals under U.S. jurisdiction, thereby bringing an immediate end to the meat, dairy, egg, poultry, fish, leather, fur, vivisection, rodeo, and other violence-based industries. - December 06, 2016 - The Humane Party
It’s What You Need: NAPHIA Releases 2016 Industry Insiders’ Report
This latest version of Industry Insiders’ Report is full of exclusive research, market metrics and private data from NAPHIA’s 2016 State of the Industry Report, as well as never-before shared gross written premiums from individual NAPHIA member-companies. This is information on companies and their performance that is not available anywhere else. - November 22, 2016 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Highly Decorated and Gold Medalist Volleyball Player Lloy Ball Endorses Aquatic Therapy Products by Hudson Aquatic Systems
Hudson Aquatic Systems is excited to announce that Gold Medalist Lloy Ball will be endorsing their aquatic therapy products including therapy pools and underwater treadmills. Ball is the perfect fit for Hudson because of his impressive career, athletic training, conditioning and rehab experience. He will bring the benefits of aquatic therapy to new levels for athletes of all types. - November 18, 2016 - Hudson Aquatic Systems
Dogswinger Announces an Appeal for Public Alertness on the Current Status of the Human-Dog Relationship for the Future of Dogs
Due to recent growth of faulty and viral businesses and occupations which are irrelevant to a dog's well being and domestication, Dogswinger announces a recent campaign to bring attention to the imminent danger to dogs. - November 14, 2016 - Dogswinger.com
Minority, Female Veteran-Owned Enterprise, Vets In 3D Celebrates 1 Year Launch and WOSB Certification
Vets In 3D, a 3D Printing company founded by former Army Veterinary Corps officer Dr. Turnera Croom, celebrates certification as a Woman Owned Small Business by SBA and the first year anniversary of it's Veteran's Day launch. - November 13, 2016 - Steadfast International, LLC
On a Mission of Civiliti ... See Things Differently... People Equally
With a uniquely new "self-sustainable" business model, Civiliti launches its Indiegogo Campaign today utilizing EcoArt to support environmental sustainability and human rights non-profits directly. African masks and sculptures, photography, painting, music and other original artisan works... - November 02, 2016 - Civiliti Corporation
Art and Advocacy Unite for Shelter Pets: HeARTs Speak Receives Generous Support from Petco Foundation
HeARTs Speak announced today that it has been awarded a generous grant from the Petco Foundation in support of its mission to unite art and advocacy, in an effort to increase the visibility of shelter pets. HeARTs Speak is a nonprofit organization working to ensure that no shelter animal goes... - October 26, 2016 - HeARTs Speak
Petco Foundation Invests in Lifesaving Work of Flagler Humane Society
Grant of $15,000 will extend efforts to save more animal lives in Flagler County. - October 26, 2016 - Flagler Humane Society
Hyperbiotics Introduces the First Time-Released Probiotic for Pets: This Revolutionary Formula Was Designed to Help Dogs and Cats Live More Healthy Days
A leader in probiotic technology, Hyperbiotics has released its revolutionary PRO-Pets formula, uniquely designed to support digestive and immune health for dogs and cats. PRO-Pets is an ultra-tiny probiotic tablet with an irresistible beef flavor that helps balance the gut bacteria in cats and... - October 19, 2016 - Hyperbiotics
Honored Lifetime Member, Joyce L. Morrison, to be Recognized as Woman of the Month of November 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Joyce L. Morrison of St. Joseph, Missouri, has attained recognition in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for her achievements in the field of Animal Health. To commend her, she will be featured as Woman of the Month of November 2016. - October 12, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Verlo Mattress Donates Sale Proceeds to Naperville Area Humane Society
Verlo Mattress, a company known for helping people to sleep better, recently presented a check for over $1,300 to the Naperville Area Humane Society to provide care for homeless animals, helping dog lovers in Naperville to indeed rest easier. The donation came from a portion of the company’s mattress sales during the Labor Day weekend. - October 01, 2016 - Verlo Mattress
Therapy Animal Team from TFI Envision Renews Certification
Honey, the Havanese office dog, and Elizabeth P. Ball, President/Creative Director of TFI Envision, Inc. have renewed their team certification with the Pet Partners® Therapy Animal Program. They volunteer with the Healing Hounds Program at a local hospital. The recertification process includes... - September 23, 2016 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Uckele Donates to Help Louisiana Horses Affected by Historic Floods
Uckele Health & Nutrition has sent relief for horses affected by the catastrophic Louisiana flooding, which has damaged or destroyed 60,700 homes and affected more than 102,000 people and countless animals. In response to the devastation, generous supplies of Zephyr’s Garden skin rescue... - September 01, 2016 - Uckele Health & Nutrition
Color Me a Happy Cat: a Nifty Ingenious Adult Coloring Book
A new and creative conception has been materialized in the world of animal art as the universe of cat loving devotees welcome a recently launched adult coloring book. Titled as “Color Me a Happy Cat,” the book is a Kickstarter campaign launched with a sole purpose of spreading awareness... - August 25, 2016 - Artist Ginger Reynolds
Get Your Licks on Route 66® Cross-Country Pet Adoption Tour
FIDO Friendly Magazine gears up for 8th annual cross-country pet adoption tour traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago to help save lives of shelter pets. - August 22, 2016 - Fido Friendly Magazine
Veterinarians Key to Higher Use of Pet Health Insurance
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA), in conjunction with Lieberman Research Worldwide and John Volk, senior consultant, Brakke Consulting, recently completed a major two-part market research study. After first querying pet owners about pet health insurance, NAPHIA then surveyed veterinary practitioners on the insights gained from the pet owner research. - August 08, 2016 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Vegan Soulfest
A celebration of culture and vegan living. - August 05, 2016 - The Land of Kush
Backyard Breeder Gone Terribly Wrong
Backyard breeder dies with no plan for future care of animals. 22 dogs rescued from squalor and neglect. - July 21, 2016 - Cherokee Humane Society, Inc.
Doobert.com and Rescue Transport USA Team Up to Save a Labrador Retriever
On Wednesday, June 6th, volunteers came together using the Doobert.com software to transport a 2-year-old dog to safety in a rescue in Macon, GA. The owners of Biscuit, a black Labrador retriever, surrendered her and her litter of puppies to Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter in Lavonia, GA. Due to... - July 18, 2016 - Doobert
Bark Busters Introduces The WaggTagg in Time for Lost Pet Prevention Month
In honor of Lost Pet Prevention Month, Bark Busters introduces the WaggTagg, a pet identification tag that makes it easy to find a lost dog. - July 11, 2016 - Bark Busters
Gold Coast Hinterland Wildlife Volunteer Program- New Project Launch by Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers
Oceans 2 Earth (O2E) organisation offers volunteering opportunities to save and preserve the animal life and natural habitat. - July 02, 2016 - Oceans 2 Earth Foundation – Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers
Hall of Fame Member, Joyce L. Morrison, to be Honored with a Times Square, New York City Appearance on July 1, 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Joyce L. Morrison of St. Joseph, Missouri, has attained recognition in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals and Strathmore’s Who’s Who. She will be honored with a Times Square, New York City appearance on Friday, July 1, 2016. - July 01, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
North American Pet Health Insurance Association to Provide Separate Data for Both U.S. and Canada
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association has released its 2016 State of the Industry Report, which tracks key benchmarks in the pet health insurance (PHI) industry. Unlike previous reports, this year’s report breaks down the data for each country’s (U.S. and Canadian) PHI... - June 28, 2016 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
South Korea Patent Allowance for Anti-Obesity Pet Vaccines to Braasch Biotech LLC
Braasch Biotech granted Anti-Obesity patent for pets by Korean Intellectual Property Office. Commercial utility and novelty for first therapeutic vaccine for use in obese dogs, cats and horses. - June 11, 2016 - Braasch Biotech LLC
Oceans 2 Earth Launched New Great Barrier Reef Marine Conservation Project
Oceans 2 Earth organisation offers volunteering contributions to issues of animal mistreatment and environmental destruction. - May 14, 2016 - Oceans 2 Earth Foundation – Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers
Oceans 2 Earth Launches New Brisbane Wildlife Care Project
Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers (O2E) is a not for profit wildlife volunteering organisation and facilitates amazing volunteering and adventure travel experiences for ethically minded animal and conservation lovers. O2E specialises in animal welfare volunteering programs in Australia. Their latest... - May 13, 2016 - Oceans 2 Earth Foundation – Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers
Unique Orangutan Scholarship Program Reaches Major Milestone
Since 2006, 94 multi-year scholarships in the name of the orangutan have been awarded to Indonesian students in the fields of biology, forestry and veterinary science. Over 50 students have graduated and have become advocates of orangutan conservation within Indonesia's diverse workforce. The 100th scholarship milestone will be reached and surpassed during ceremonies in North Sumatra and West Kalimantan in late June 2016. - May 06, 2016 - Orang Utan Republik Foundation
5th Annual Wild Bird Fund Flocktail Party - May 5th, 2016
A Benefit for New York City’s Only Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Center - April 29, 2016 - Carlton Hobbs
Ruff Transport Launches Shoe Collection Drive to Raise Money for Saving Animal Lives Through Rescue Transports
Ruff Transport's shoe collection fund raiser directly benefits at risk animals in "high kill" shelters by raising operational funds to transport them to "no kill" shelters and foster homes, while also generating capital (shoes) to provide resources for micro-enterprises in developing countries through the national fund raiser funds2orgs.com - March 23, 2016 - Ruff Transport
Snaggle Foot Round Lake Adds Monthly Dog Walking Packages
Snaggle Foot Dog Walks and Pet Care-Round Lake Illinois has added Monthly Dog Walking Packages. - March 15, 2016 - Snaggle Foot Dog Walks and Pet Care
Promotion Vault CEO Announces Support of Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center, who opened at its current location 22 years ago, is currently in jeopardy of closing its gates as the result of a years long dispute with a neighboring property owner. This leaves an unknown number of its resident large animals with no future home and a... - March 12, 2016 - Promotion Vault
Rescue Alert - Chi Chi the Quadruple Amputee Golden Retriever Comes Home to America
On Friday the Golden Retriever who was tortured and left for dead in a trash bag in Korea, will conclude her overseas journey and begin her new life at home in the United States. Chi Chi (which means “loving”, in Korean) will arrive at LAX at 1:30PM PST, accompanied by her Korean caretaker, and veterinarian. Before she is united with her new family in Arizona, members of the press are invited to to film the “Welcome Home” celebration. - March 11, 2016 - Animal Rescue Media Education
Push Media Group, PERGO, SISU Uptown Present Players and Pets Blackout Goes Green Celebrity Animal Adoption and Doggie Fashion Show, Featuring Star Goalie Kari Lehtonen
Looking for a way to make a difference in the life of a rescued animal? Join a cause that we all love, helping animals find "furever" homes and blacking out animal neglect and homelessness. This is a special opportunity to obtain individual tickets or VIP packages/group tables to a Party... - March 08, 2016 - Push Media Group
Centuries of Polish History & Heritage Under Threat
The abrupt termination of Director Marek Trela from Janow Podlaski State Stud, Director Jerzy Bialobok from Michalow State Stud, and Chief Arabian Horse Specialist Anna Stojanowska from the Agricultural Property Agency in Poland has shocked the worldwide equine community. Although nothing is more... - February 26, 2016 - Horsefly Films
Dennis Holley Shares Passion for Animal World in New Textbook
A biologist shares his passion about the animal world, creating an introductory-level college zoology textbook that centers on concepts instead of terminology. Dennis Holley’s new book, released by Dog Ear Publishing, is clearly focused on students. - February 26, 2016 - Dog Ear Publishing
Stratistics MRC Announces Its New Report, "Prepared Animal Feed - Global Market Outlook (2015-2022)"
According to Stratistics MRC, the factors favoring market growth include growth in livestock, untapped market potential, increasing consumption of animal based food products and rise in disposable income. - February 24, 2016 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd
"Violence is Not Entertainment": Proposed U.S. Law to Withdraw Copyright, Trademark Protection for Animal Abuse; Abolish Property Status of Animal-Abuse Content
Under the “Violence Is Not Entertainment” (VINE) Act, animal abusers can no longer establish, maintain, or enforce intellectual property (“IP”) rights in material that includes abuse of a live animal. The VINE Act directly impacts two bodies of IP law at the federal level - copyright and trademark - and serves as a model for analogous legislation at the state level. - January 22, 2016 - The Humane Party
Animal Activist Who Led the Way to Turn a Texas Cattle Ranch Into Rowdy Girl Sanctuary for Farm Animals, Named VegNews Magazine’s 2015 Rookie Activist of the Year
In the heart of Texas, Rowdy Girl Sanctuary, Inc. is now the safe haven and the forever home to over 65 farm animals, and "that number is growing," according to Renee King-Sonnen. She convinced her husband to cease operations of their former cattle ranch in late 2014, so that the animals who live there would be saved and could call the sanctuary home. - January 20, 2016 - Rowdy Girl Sanctuary, Inc.
The Paw Spa in Thornwood, NY Introduces Self-Wash Dogs Baths for 25% Off Through January
The Paw Spa, a Thornwood dog groomer and dog spa, is offering 25% off self-wash dog baths and full service shampoos through January. The baths were custom-designed for the comfort and convenience of their clients and their dogs. - January 07, 2016 - The Paw Spa
New Canine Fitness Center Unveiled
K9 University, provider of dog and behavior conditioning services, has developed and launched a new scientifically based Canine Fitness Center to properly support the pet industry. The Fitness center is designed for any dog whose fitness level is compromised. - January 05, 2016 - K9 University, LLC
Canine Mobility Launches New E-Commerce Site
Canine Mobility LLC, the industry leading provider of a unique rehabilitation device for dogs, recently unveiled a newly updated version of their website (http://canine-mobility.com), heralding in a new era for Canine Mobility’s Anti-Knuckling Device. - December 20, 2015 - Canine Mobility LLC
SocialCatWork App Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Help Strays
SocialCatWork, an innovative social-based app that helps people take care of stray cats, announced today that it has launched a crowdfunding campaign on the IndieGogo platform. - November 16, 2015 - socialCATwork
I’m Not a Monster Invites Communities to "Help Save Our Local Pets" with Its Nationwide Donation Drive to Benefit Homeless Pets
Rescued Dogs & Their Communities Paying It Forward, Collecting Toys, Blankets & Treats for Animals in 150 Shelters and Rescue Groups across the Country. - November 15, 2015 - I'm Not a Monster
Flagler Humane Society to Take in Animals from Flood-Stricken Areas of South Carolina
NC group to transport six dogs and six cats from devastated, overcrowded shelters on Thursday, Nov 5 at 9 a.m. - November 05, 2015 - Flagler Humane Society
Sammy’s Hope Staffers Earn Certification as Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed Certification (CPDT-KA)
Animal Shelter Staffers Earn Prestigious Certification. - October 30, 2015 - Sammy's Hope
Pet Insurance Association Appoints Randy Valpy as President
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA) recently elected a number of new positions, including Randy Valpy as the association’s new President, and Bill Horan, Chris Middleton, and incumbent Stephen Popovich as the association’s new executives. - October 21, 2015 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Whale Watching Gives Hope to Families Affected by Huntington’s Disease
Turning tragedy into hope, one family has chosen a unique way to raise awareness and funds for a cure for Huntington’s Disease. On October 17, 2015, the Dickens family and the Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s Los Angeles Chapter are holding a Whale Watch ocean adventure, to help put an end to Huntington’s Disease and celebrate the lives of those it has taken. - October 06, 2015 - HDSA L.A.
EdgeUp Network and KJE Inc Sponsors Pacific Coast Dog Rescue at Taste of Encino Oct 11, 2015
Come participate Oct 11, 2015 from 10am-5pm at the Taste of Encino. The EdgeUp Network and KJE Inc. is sponsoring the Pacific Coast Dog Rescue in an effort to raise $5000 or more that will support the health and well being of the 72 dogs being cared for while they find permanent homes. Every dollar you donate goes directly to this 15 year old 501C3 organization and is 100% tax deductible. Donate now at www.pcdogrescue.org. - October 03, 2015 - KJE Inc
Safe Pet Alert Launches Life Saving Mobile App
As a response to growing numbers of family pets being attacked by wild predators, Safe Pet Alert has developed a mobile app which provides an early warning notification system. - September 23, 2015 - Safe Pet Alert
Today's American Woman Goes on a Mission to Promote Adopting Rescue Dogs
Today's American Woman National Elegant Mrs. 2015 has gone on a mission to promote adopting rescue animals. - September 16, 2015 - Todays American Woman National Elegant Mrs.