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Great News: California Ends Cruel Cat Declawing
Safe at last — no more pain for California’s cats. We have wonderful news for cats everywhere! California has become the largest state in the U.S. to ban cat declawing — a cruel and painful surgery that amputates the first bone of each toe, leaving cats in lifelong pain. For decades, many cats lost not just their claws, but their natural way to defend, climb, and play. The surgery left many in constant pain, struggling to walk or even use their litter box. Some were late

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Nov 72 min read


They laugh as animals suffer — help end it
Kittens like this are being filmed and tortured for profit — help stop it A CNN investigation has uncovered videos of cats being burned, mutilated, drowned, and electrocuted for money. The victims are usually kittens — small, trusting, and helpless. Some are forced into blenders, while others are set on fire or beaten until they stop moving. Their suffering is recorded, sold, and watched for entertainment. Behind every cruel video is a suffering animal. The BBC found more

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Nov 52 min read


The World’s Top Fashion Magazine Says No to Fur
Foxes are finally free from a life of fear. Vogue, the world’s most influential fashion magazine , has announced it will no longer promote or feature fur. Vogue is the voice that shapes what the world wears and values. When the magazine changes direction, the entire fashion industry takes notice. From runways in Paris to shops in Tokyo, its influence reaches everywhere. For decades, animals such as foxes, raccoons, and coyotes have suffered for their fur. Every life deser

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Nov 42 min read


She froze in fear… until kindness found her
Pilot Pup Chanel moments after we found her — trembling and scared. When we found Chanel, she was sitting low to the ground, her thin body trembling. Her eyes were wide and unsure — the look of a dog who had learned to expect pain instead of kindness. She did not bark or growl. She just froze. The world had not been kind to her, and she did not yet know that this moment would change everything. We spoke softly and moved slowly, letting her see that no one was going to hurt h

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Nov 42 min read


Behind every kennel door, there’s a story like Leo’s
Some shelter animals spend thousands of days waiting for someone to choose them. This week is National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week, a time to honor the dogs and cats who depend on shelters for their chance at life — and the people who care for them. Behind every kennel door is a story waiting to be heard, like Leo’s. After being surrendered by his owner, he spent over 2,000 days in a Tennessee shelter, watching others leave for new homes while his turn never came. His

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Nov 32 min read


Bianca was too scared to come closer...
Team 600 found in an abandoned lot surrounded by trash. We found Bianca standing alone near a pool of filthy, stagnant water at an abandoned site. She was thin, her head hung low, and every sound made her flinch. She barked when we first approached. Her fear was evident. But we waited quietly, letting her see she did not have to run anymore. Hunger finally pulled her closer. Bianca was still unsure if we would harm her. She approached us step by step, watching carefully t

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Oct 172 min read


Pennsylvania’s city just said NO to pet store cruelty
Freedom is what every animal deserves. For the first time in Pennsylvania, a city has taken a bold step to protect animals sold in pet...

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Oct 32 min read


On this World Animal Day, will you choose kindness?
World Animal Day reminds us that all animals matter. Today is World Animal Day — a day to honor the dogs, cats, and countless other...

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Oct 12 min read


Good News: UK's Scotland Just Banned Greyhound Racing
A gentle soul finally safe from harm. Good news from Europe : Scotland has taken a historic step to protect dogs. The government has...

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Sep 251 min read


Alexia was waiting for someone who might never come…
Alexia stood alone on a heap of sand before we rescued her. Alexia was standing on a mound of sand at the far end of a narrow street — a...

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Aug 282 min read


4 Loving Ways to Brighten a Dog’s Day on National Dog Day
Some dogs know when someone needs help. Today is National Dog Day - a day to celebrate not just the dogs who make headlines, but also...

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Aug 202 min read


Pigs' Lives Will Be Spared — Thanks to This Historic Decision
Finally, pigs have a chance to live freely. Big News for Pigs! For the first time in the world , the USDA has approved cultivated pork...

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Aug 132 min read


5 ways to change your cat’s life this International Cat Day
Today is a day to shine a light on cats around the world. Mira fell 380 feet alongside her guardians — but she was the only one who...

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Aug 82 min read


Mojo, the "Father of Stray Dogs" story still breaks me
Mojo, the "Father of Stray Dogs", with Brett who rescued him. WARNING: Graphic real life images below. While some people call me the...

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Aug 53 min read


These animals never had rabies…but were killed anyway
Most dogs killed for rabies tests never have it. In the U.S., around 120,000 animals are killed every year to test for rabies. Their...

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Jul 152 min read


After 19 years of pain, these animals now have a future
These innocent primates will never face testing again. A major victory just happened, and it is worth celebrating. The Department of...

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Jul 142 min read


Dogs and cats are pampered in North China, but slaughtered in South China
Dogs and cats await slaughter inside metal crates. Every summer, the killing starts again. Right now , in the city of Yulin, China,...

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Jul 12 min read


He vanished in minutes and was never seen alive…
Fireworks can scare even the most confident dogs. Imagine your dog goes missing during the 4th of July fireworks and never comes home....

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Jul 13 min read


She waited in the same corner every day - but no one came for her
This grassy spot marked the start of Lila's rescue. We found Lila in the corner of a brick alley, not because she was trapped, but...

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Jun 302 min read


6 Tips to Save Your Dog's Life
Fireworks turn fun nights into fear for many dogs. July 4th is a party for us. But for dogs and cats, it is one of the most dangerous...

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Jun 274 min read
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