Animal Welfare

Duo Duo Project's London Symposium Advances Global Movement to End Dog and Cat Meat Trade
The Duo Duo Project's Compassion Beyond Borders gathering in London united international animal advocates to accelerate efforts ending the dog and cat meat trade through education and China's first spay and neuter training center.

Pet Retail Chains Surpass 19,000 Adoptions in 2025, Addressing Shelter Overcrowding Crisis
Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N' Wash have facilitated 19,303 pet adoptions through their nationwide initiative, significantly contributing to reducing shelter overcrowding while highlighting concerning trends in animal welfare statistics.

CUDDLY Launches East Coast Rescue Rover to Save Animals from Overcrowded Shelters
CUDDLY's new East Coast Rescue Rover, in partnership with New York City Second Chance Rescue, aims to alleviate shelter overcrowding and save animals at risk of euthanasia.

Fran Burns: Championing Maryland's Agricultural Heritage and Equine Welfare
Fran Burns, President of the Maryland State Fair and Agricultural Society, Inc., shares her journey and dedication to agriculture and thoroughbred aftercare in Maryland, highlighting the importance of community involvement and education in preserving the state's farming future.

American Humane Society Reveals Semi-Finalists for 15th Annual Hero Dog Awards
The American Humane Society has announced the 25 semi-finalists for its 15th Annual Hero Dog Awards, highlighting the extraordinary contributions of dogs across five categories.

Mid-Atlantic Horse Rescue's Impact on Thoroughbred Aftercare Highlighted in Interview
The interview between David Nevins and Beverly Strauss sheds light on the critical work of Mid-Atlantic Horse Rescue in providing aftercare for retiring thoroughbreds, emphasizing the importance of such initiatives in the horse racing industry.

Farmer Focus Secures $7M to Expand Humane Chicken Farming Initiative
Farmer Focus raises $7 million to further its mission of supporting small family farms through humane chicken farming, addressing the decline in small family farms and promoting sustainable agriculture.

Dogs Playing for Life Reaches 400th Shelter, Enhances Canine Welfare in Washington DC
Dogs Playing for Life partners with Brandywine Valley SPCA to introduce playgroup training at their Washington DC campus, marking a milestone in improving shelter dog quality of life and increasing adoption rates.