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Recognizing the Signs of Animal Abuse: How to Protect and Help

BySusie Contreras Yuen Oct 04, 2024

Learn to recognize the signs of animal abuse and take action to protect animals. Understand the indicators of cruelty and how you can help prevent further harm.

Animal Welfare

Dog Racing Is Cruel. Let’s Celebrate the Fact That Its Days Are Numbered.

ByMelissa Smith Nov 14, 2018Dec 16, 2024

Greyhounds and other dogs suffer through a short, painful life when they’re raised to race. This cruel practice is coming to an end, though not swiftly enough.

Behaviors and Training

What Cats Teach Us About Overcoming Challenges

ByT. J. Banks Nov 07, 2017Nov 06, 2017

With their bravery and resilience, cats have an inspiring way of moving beyond past traumas and living life to the fullest.

Animal Welfare

How Media Coverage Unintentionally Encourages Animal Abuse

ByAllison Gray Aug 06, 2015May 23, 2020

Caitlyn, the dog whose muzzle was taped shut, became an Internet sensation. Is that why there now seems to be a slew of copycat animal abusers?

Animal Welfare

Program Shelters Both Families and Pets From Abuse

ByJillian Blume Sep 19, 2013May 27, 2020

An exclusive look inside the NYC program that is helping individuals and families escape domestic violence, knowing that their pets are safe at their side.

Animal Welfare

Recognizing Animal Cruelty and Abuse

BySusie Contreras Yuen Jul 30, 2013Aug 05, 2019

Would you know if an animal needs help? Read our tips for recognizing animal cruelty and abuse.