The Velvet Snoot

Each year in the US, on average, 16 deaths are caused my dog attacks (*Center of Disease Control 1979-1998). While the number sounds low, these rare and tragic occurrences seem to result in public outcry for an immediate change in legislation. Unfortunately, the actions taken are often unjust and ineffective. Certain breeds of dogs have [...]

For the very first time, the South Korean government is considering phasing out bear farming. As a WSPA supporter, you have the unique opportunity to help end this cruel practice. With our member society, Green Korea United (GKU), WSPA is participating in discussions with the South Korean government about permanently ending this cruelty. Please help [...]

U.S. House Votes to Prohibit Sale and Distribution of Crush Videos On Wednesday, July 21, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 416-3 to pass H.R. 5566, the Prevention of Interstate Commerce in Animal Crush Videos Act of 2010. The nearly unanimous affirmative vote, as well as the fact that 262 representatives attached their names to [...]

South Africa: Promote Humane Tourism, not Canned Lion Hunting South Africa attracts tourists who want to experience wildlife up close: some who want to observe and take pictures of the animals, and others who want to kill them. Many of these trophy hunters participate in canned hunting, where they are guaranteed a kill because the [...]

It’s hard to believe I have to continue to talk about this, but I do. Please support the bill H.R. 5092 which amends the Crush Act to at least prohibit sales and possession of these disturbing films. Take a minute to get up to speed.  Thanks, Amy Signed into federal law in 1999, the Crush Act [...]