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McDonald’s Announces Bigger McPig Pens

February 14, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) McDonald’s has announced that it will ask the company’s pork suppliers to phase out the use of cramped sow gestation stalls. While the Humane Society of the United States is applauding this animal friendly decision, those within the pork industry are worried that bigger pig pens will create safety issues for both pigs and farm workers. As a $97 billion industry in the U.S., this new decision will have far reaches within the pork industry. Read more on the response to McDonald’s new announcement. — Global Animal

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Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of Cruelty

January 23, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) CALIFORNIA — The Supreme Court ruled that a law requiring humane treatment of downed livestock violates the Federal Meat Inspection Act. The law would have protected the animals from the cruelty of being forced into a slaughterhouse using cattle prods and whips, and protected consumers from possibly infected meat. Read on for more on why the Supreme Court ruled in favor of cruelty. — Global Animal

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Seven Things You Should Know Before Adoption

January 2, 2012

(PET ADOPTION) Adopting a pet is a big decision, but if you know what questions to ask the shelter staff, the process is much easier. Read these seven adoption tips from the Humane Society. — Global Animal

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Cold Weather Can Be Dangerous For Pets So Here Is How To Keep Pets Safe and Warm

Keep Your Pets Safe and Warm This Winter

December 10, 2011

(PET CARE) Despite their ‘fur’ coats, pets rely on their caregivers to protect them from the elements. With winter looming, it’s time for a refresher on how to keep our furry friends safe in cold weather. — Global Animal

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92 Animals Rescued In Branson, MO

December 4, 2011

(ANIMAL RESCUE) BRANSON, MO — Today in Branson, Missouri 92 animals were rescued from a home where they were forced to live in sub-standard, filthy living conditions. Of the 92 animals, there were 40 dogs as well as cats, birds and ferrets. The woman who lives in the home claims she was running a personal animal rescue service. Missouri Department of Agriculture rescued the 92 animals and immediately transferred custody of them over to the Humane Society of Missouri. Read on for more on how you can help and/or adopt one of the 92 mistreated pets. — Global Animal

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Street Dogs Have A New Defender (VIDEO)

December 3, 2011

(CELEBRITY ANIMAL ACTIVIST) Singer Ke$ha has adopted a new animal cause. As the first Global Ambassador of the Humane Society International, Ke$ha is calling for people to help feed, protect, and treat street dogs from around the world. Watch her new video to find out what the Humane Society International is doing to help protect these animals and what you can do to help. — Global Animal

 

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Almost The End Of Chimps As Medical Research

November 17, 2011

(ANIMAL RIGHTS) Exciting news! With pushes from major advocacy groups, such as the Humane Society and Jane Goodall Institute, medical research on chimpanzees could end within a year. Read on for perspectives on the issue and the future of medical research. — Global Animal 

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Stop Submissive Urination Now

November 10, 2011

(ANIMAL BEHAVIOR/PET CARE) Does your dog often pee inside, despite having been house broken? If he or she does this while in a timid posture, it could be submissive urination. Read on for signs of submissive urination, and for tips from the Humane Society of the United States on how to break the habit. — Global Animal

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