Earlier this week, the ASPCA visited USDA’s U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) in Nebraska—the subject of a stunning front page exposé in the New York Times that revealed a culture of cruelty and indifference toward animal suffering. Animal protection organizations met with USDA staff at USMARC for a frank conversation about the imperative to direct agriculture and agricultural research toward reducing animal pain and suffering, not just increasing profits for meat producers.
What do a courageous guide dog, a 12-year-old girl dedicated to improving her local animal shelter and a population of tiny, neonate kittens have in common? They’re among this year’s ASPCA Humane Awards winners honored today at the ASPCA’s annual Humane Awards Luncheon in New York City. As one of the most exciting events of the year, the Luncheon serves to recognize the human and animal heroes who have demonstrated extraordinary efforts and great commitment to animal welfare this year.
While finding a home for animals is one of our top priorities, finding the right home for an animal is also of the utmost importance. So when Cate the cat’s adopter returned her after nearly a year together, it was clear that the finicky feline hadn’t found her perfect fit. Fortunately, a second adoption was all it took to find this pretty kitty the lifelong home of her dreams. Here is Cate’s Happy Tail.
One of the “occupational hazards” of working at the ASPCA is that it’s difficult not to fall for each and every pet we meet. From kittens to canines, these animals consistently move and inspire us with their strength, resilience and loving spirits—but sometimes, we connect with one so completely that they become part of our lives forever. Such was the case with ASPCA Vet Tech Jennifer Doyle and her newly-adopted Chihuahua Mix, K.C. Here is their Happy Tail.
During the “Clear the Shelters” adoption event on Saturday, August 15, four hundred animal shelters around the country reduced or completely waived adoption fees to help connect adoptable dogs and cats with loving families. Now the numbers are in, and we are thrilled to announce that more than 18,000 cats and dogs found homes during this nationwide event!
