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$5,000 Reward in Case of Kittens Found in Trash Bag in Virginia

$5,000 Reward in Case of Kittens Found in Trash Bag in Virginia

Animal Legal Defense Fund offers reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for leaving kittens in a trash compactor in Prince Edward County
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Federal Court Rules Government Censorship of Animal Advocates’ Speech on Social Media is Unconstitutional

The victory for free speech online follows a lawsuit against the National Institutes of Health
Animal Legal Defense Fund Facilitates Release of Six Pigs from Research Lab
The animals have new homes among three reputable sanctuaries to live out their lives in peace after being used for research in a lab.
Opposing the Cultivation and Trade of Octopus Produced through Unethical Strategies Act Introduced in the U.S. Senate

Opposing the Cultivation and Trade of Octopus Produced through Unethical Strategies Act Introduced in the U.S. Senate

The federal bill would prevent the industry from gaining traction by banning commercial octopus farming in the U.S.
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Complaint Demands Endangered Species Act be Enforced Against Washington Sham Animal Sanctuary to Protect Animals

Predators of the Heart, sometimes also known as Because We Matter Exotic Animal Rescue, has threatened to kill endangered wolves if it is not allowed to reopen.
Lawsuit Filed Against USDA for Issuing Animal Welfare Act License to Serial Violator Yellowstone Bear World

Lawsuit Filed Against USDA for Issuing Animal Welfare Act License to Serial Violator Yellowstone Bear World

The complaint argues the wildlife park causes undue stress to bear cubs by offering bottle-feeding and photo opportunities to the public as well as separating them from their mothers.
REPORT: FDA Should Improve Food Labels That Leave Consumers Confused About Allergens and Animal Ingredients

REPORT: FDA Should Improve Food Labels That Leave Consumers Confused About Allergens and Animal Ingredients

New report reveals that current labeling regulations put consumers at risk and fail to comply with federal law.
Nearly 70 Percent of Veterinary Professionals Oppose Cat Declawing as States Seek to Ban the Procedure

Nearly 70 Percent of Veterinary Professionals Oppose Cat Declawing as States Seek to Ban the Procedure

New poll underscores the surge of support from the veterinary community to ban the cruel practice.
Complaint Urges Illinois Department of Agriculture to Enforce Laws Against Storefronts Sourcing Dogs from Puppy Mills

Complaint Urges Illinois Department of Agriculture to Enforce Laws Against Storefronts Sourcing Dogs from Puppy Mills

Four stores are operating as pet shops without a valid license, and all six licensees are violating the Illinois Animal Welfare Act.
Nearly 70 Percent of Veterinary Professionals Oppose Cat Declawing as Rhode Island Seeks to Ban the Procedure

Nearly 70 Percent of Veterinary Professionals Oppose Cat Declawing as Rhode Island Seeks to Ban the Procedure

New poll underscores the surge of support from the veterinary community to ban the cruel practice.

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