Animal Welfare

Punish Zoo Director Accused of Stealing Goats and Cooking Them For Holiday Party

Four pygmy goats were apparently stolen by a zoo director, cooked up, and served to his employees at a holiday party. Demand justice for these innocent zoo creatures.

13 Kittens, Cats and a Hawk Mutilated to Death Deserve Justice

Thirteen dead kittens, cats and a hawk were found in a trash bag. The animals had been mutilated. Demand authorities find the person responsible for this horrific abuse.

Abused Dog Abandoned in Snowy Parking Lot and Hit by Car Deserves Justice

Surveillance video shows a car stopping in a snowy parking lot, opening the door, and dumping a dog on the snowy ground. Moments later the dog wanders into the street and is struck by a car. Demand justice for this animal.

Deceased Baby Pigeon Dyed Pink for Gender Reveal Party Deserves Justice

A baby pigeon was dyed pink and released into the wild, likely at a gender reveal party. He later died from malnourishment and toxic exposure. Demand justice for this defenseless and exploited animal.

Family Horse Shot to Death by Trespasser Deserves Justice

A gentle family horse named Apache was shot and killed by a trespasser. Apache was discovered by the owner of the home lying in a field in a pool of blood. Demand justice for Apache.

Dog Tied Up in Freezing Temps With Swollen Face, Neck and Jaw Deserves Justice

A dog was found tied to a fence in the freezing cold. The dog’s face, neck, and jaw were all swollen. There were also lacerations and older injuries, pointing towards additional past abuse. Demand justice for this innocent animal.

Dog Reportedly Found Dead in Woods With Paws Bound Deserves Justice

The decaying remains of a 3-year-old dog with his paws apparently bound was discovered in a park. Surveillance video appears to show a person dragging the bound animal across the ground and abandoning him in the woods. Demand justice for this animal.

Don’t Return Rescued Animals to Accused Abusers

Too often, rescued animals are returned to the people who abused them. We must stop returning animals to their abusers.

Punish Zoo That Killed White Rhino by Shooting it 15 Times

Fifteen gun shots rang out and a rare white rhino collapsed in a heap on the ground. The rhino’s crime was nothing more than seeking freedom. Demand justice for this rhino.

Dog Found With Muzzle Tied So Deep That Teeth and Tongue Were Visible From Outside Deserves Justice

A dog was found in a church parking lot with a plastic tie wrapped so tightly around his muzzle that his teeth and tongue were visible from outside his mouth. Demand justice for this animal.

40 Dead Dogs Left in a Pile Deserve Justice

“Large dogs and puppies were laying dead in a pile 10 feet off the road. A lot of them were chained just to trees, didn’t have any kind of protection from the weather and weren’t fed or watered. It was a very bad situation.” This was the scene that rescuers apparently came upon recently. Demand justice for these deceased and abused animals

Man Accused of Severely Abusing Fourth Animal in Five Years Must be Punished This Time

Reportedly, two dogs were attacked with boiling water, one cat was doused in bleach, and another cat was tortured, all in three separate incidents perpetrated by the same person. After each of these cases, the man was given a slap on the wrist and set free. Authorities must began taking animal abuse more seriously and seek the maximum penalty in this case.

Justice for Dog Apparently Stabbed, Choked to Death, and Left in Dumpster

A dog’s reported fatal stabbing and choking incited calls for stricter animal cruelty punishments in one state. Demand leaders listen to these public outcries for justice.

Dozens of Dead, Injured and Starving Farm Animals Deserve Justice

“One of the worst cases of farm animal abuse,” is how the scene has been described. The animals apparently had parasites, were starved, and had severe diarrhea. Demand justice for these farm animals.

Abandoned Dog Muzzled With Wire and Sick With Cancer Deserves Justice

A sweet dog named Macy was found roaming the streets with her muzzle locked shut with a wire and she was suffering from multiple forms of cancer. It’s been four months since Macy was rescued and yet no suspects have been arrested. Demand justice for Macy.

Stop Giving Animal Abusers Slaps on the Wrist

London has become ground zero for animal cruelty going unpunished. Demand better from England’s capital.

Abused Dog ‘Cemented’ to Sidewalk by Own Feces Deserves Justice

Cemented to the sidewalk by his own feces and “covered in fecal material, burrs, and maggots,” is how Trooper the dog was discovered. Demand the person responsible for this terrible abuse of Trooper be brought to justice.

Pet Dog Shot Dead With Pellet Gun Deserves Justice

A Siberian Husky got loose from his family early one morning and returned home later that day with a fatal wound from a shot to the head. Demand police devote more resources to finding Niko’s killer.

Success: Cruelty-Free Meat Alternatives Promoted by Major Food Agency

Lab-grown meat could save countless animals from slaughter while also appeasing those who eat meat. Applaud the move that made this promising process one step closer to reality.

Success: Undercover Activists Encouraged to Expose Animal Abuse

Animal welfare activists have long sustained legal punishments for conducting undercover investigations of potentially abusive farms, breeding facilities, and more. Fortunately, one state has chosen to protect these investigators as they expose the truth. Thank Iowa for prioritizing animal, consumer, and worker welfare over the greed of large, abusive corporations.

Success: Animals Will Be Protected From Natural Disasters

During natural disasters, animals are typically abandoned to face the harsh elements alone. In the wake of increasingly frequent weather events, certain animal care facilities are now required to develop escape plans for their animals. Thank Congress for saving the lives of thousands of innocent animals and for protecting them from the effects of climate change.

Success: Animal Welfare Violations Must Now Be Reported

All instances of animal abuse on farms, roadside zoos, breeding facilities, and research institutions must now be fully reported. Thank Congress for upholding animal welfare standards and for helping to keep animals safe.

Success: Ban on Retail Sale of Dogs, Cats, and Rabbits Receives Support

New York is attempting to prevent the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits from pet stores throughout the state. This is also a major step in shutting down puppy mills. Thank lawmakers for prioritizing animal welfare and encourage further support.

Success: City to Lift Discriminatory Pit Bull Ban

A city recently lifted its antiquated, decade-long ban on pit bull ownership. This gives the millions of dogs a better chance at finding a forever home. Thank the Excelsior Springs City Council for speaking up for pit bulls across the U.S.

Success: Ohio Moves Toward Banning Murder of Dogs and Cats in Gas Chambers

The barbaric practice of gassing dogs and cats to death may soon be banned in one state. Thank the people who fought for this victory for animal rights.

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