By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
In the U.S., the State of the Union address gives the president an opportunity to speak to a joint session of Congress about the nation’s condition, sharing legislative and regulatory proposals and communicating and reinforcing priorities. In recent years, we’ve used this time to spell out our own priorities and to reflect upon the U.S. government’s performance on animal protection issues.
Animal welfare leaders welcome multi-agency government strategy to combat animal cruelty
Sustained collaboration and shared resources are necessary to deliver lasting protection for animals, say Humane World for Animals and Humane World Action Fund
As USDA moves to address puppy mill cruelties, humane advocates push for stronger standards of care at commercial dog breeding facilities
Progress should include more veterinary oversight, exercise and housing requirements to ensure humane treatment of dogs
It’s my privilege to share our Humane Scorecard for the first session of the 119th Congress. The scorecard tracks key co-sponsorships, votes and other animal-friendly actions by federal lawmakers. It’s an accountability tool we use to cultivate greater awareness among legislators as well as incentives for their future commitment. Please look to see how your senators and congressional representative scored; the scorecard is something you can share with others who care about animals, too.
Misguided House bill would roll back acclaimed law protecting lions, tigers and other big cats
Legislative hearing targeting Big Cat Public Safety Act set for February 4
Protections for Tennessee Walking Horses frozen for another year by U.S. Department of Agriculture
Lack of enforcement of the Horse Protection Act means that the painful, cruel practice of ‘soring’ could still happen with little consequence
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
As we enter 2026, the speed at which global events unfold can feel overwhelming and the future can feel uncertain. It is also true, though, that good things are happening: Every day, all over the world, people are giving their voices to the voiceless, taking a stand for animals who cannot advocate for themselves. In that sense, every single day marks progress toward the more humane world we are trying to achieve in every country where our teams are active.
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
Shocking glimpses into large-scale puppy breeding and selling operations this year only underscored our determination to stop puppy mills and create permanent change for dogs in the U.S. In August, for example, our Animal Rescue Team helped law enforcement with the rescue of over 100 dogs from an American Kennel Club-linked dog breeding operation in Maryland.
