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Latest Press Releases
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Thursday, September 13, 2012
The ASPCA today applauds Reps. Ed Whitfield (R-KY) and Steve Cohen (D-TN) for introducing legislation to amend the federal Horse Protection Act of 1970 to eradicate the abusive practice of horse soring. H.R. 6388 will enhance the U.S. Department...
Thursday, September 13, 2012
The ASPCA today announced that Canyon County Animal Shelter in Caldwell, Idaho is at the top of the leaderboard in the West Division of the 2012 ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge, as 569 pets were adopted or reunited with their owners during the...
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Several prominent New Jersey horse owners and advocates, including accomplished equestrian Jessica Springsteen, daughter of musician Bruce Springsteen, have joined the ASPCA in supporting a state ban on the slaughter, transport, and sale of horses...
Monday, September 10, 2012
The ASPCA today announced a shared effort with LegalZoom.com to raise awareness of Pet Protection Agreements and encourage pet owners to plan for the future of their pets. LegalZoom will donate 10-15 percent of the purchase price from Pet...
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
The ASPCA today announced that 26 dogs rescued from a dog fighting operation have been placed with several animal welfare groups throughout the Northeast. Placement options for an additional seven dogs are also in the process of being finalized....
Thursday, August 30, 2012
The ASPCA today announced that 14 equine rescue organizations from across the nation have joined the ASPCA Million Dollar Rescuing Racers Initiative, now in its third year. This major grants program aids in the rescue and rehabilitation of retired...
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
As severe flooding continues to threaten communities in St. John the Baptist Parish, La., the ASPCA has dispatched its Field Investigations and Response team to assist in the emergency relocation and water rescue efforts to help displaced animals...
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
In anticipation of Hurricane Isaac, the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is assisting the Humane Society of South Mississippi in pre-evacuation efforts by transporting animals from Gulfport, Miss., to the Humane...
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
The ASPCA applauds California legislators for passing Senate Bill 1221 to ban the cruel and unsporting practice of "hounding" bears and bobcats, and urges Gov. Jerry Brown to swiftly sign the bill into law. Sponsored by Sen. Ted Lieu (D-Torrance)...
Monday, August 27, 2012
In an effort to give dozens of dogs a new "leash" on life, the ASPCA is funding the transport of 89 dogs from the East Baton Rouge Animal Shelter in Baton Rouge, La. to Pets Alive animal rescue centers in Middletown and Elmsford, N.Y. The...

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