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	The HSUS is the nation’s largest and most powerful animal protection organization, working in the United States and abroad to defend the interests of all animals. We celebrate the human-animal bond, and we fight animal cruelty and abuse in all of its form
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The Humane Society of the United States is the nation's largest and most powerful animal protection organization. Since 1954 we’ve been fighting to reduce their suffering, and eliminate cruelty and abuse. We celebrate the wonderful bond between humans and animals, and assist when disasters strike.

Our major campaigns are factory farming, animal fighting & cruelty, the fur trade, and inhumane sport hunting practices. We also work on other issues such as puppy mills, the Canadian seal hunt, greyhound racing, private ownership of exotic animals, and animals in research and testing.

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Alert: Help End Circus Cruelty!

Focus:	Animal Welfare
Action Request:	Petition
Location:	Minnesota, United States

The city of Marshall, MN. has continuously invited circuses into their city limits that have long histories of animal neglect and violations of the federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA).

Almost all of the citations that these circuses receive are cases of sheer abuse and neglect which could have been prevented if the proper measures were taken -it is because of this that we ask for the adoption of a city-wide ordinance that will ban the use of wild and exotic animals for entertainment purposes within city limits.

Such an ordinance will not only prevent animals from being abused and exploited for entertainment, but it will also take a stand against exotic animal poaching and trade. A circus that recently visited Marshall obtained their two elephants from their native habitat. These elephants now live a subservient life performing unnatural acts that pose a risk both to the elephants themselves, but they also endanger the trainers, audiences, and communities that host the circuses.

It is time to take action and let the city of Marshall that animal cruelty is something they need to take seriously!

Help us by signing our petition and forwarding this information!

To sign the petition, click here...
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/petition/705665124

For more information, click here...
http://www.kindnessforanimals.org/pages/circus_cruelty.html

Posted: Jun 12, 2009 9:00am | comment (0) | discuss (0) | permalink

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Alert: "SOSCoky - A Cry for Help!!"

Focus:	Animal Welfare
Action Request:	Petition
Location:	Germany

Please help the dogs of "SOSCoky" - the Canile of Santa Maria di Castellabate, Campania, Italy - in signing our petition. The area of the Canile is placed at a former rubbish-ground without infrastructure. There is no electricity and water. Many of the dogs are sick - suffering of Leishmaniose, Ehrlichose or other diseases. Already five years ago the municipials have promised a new area for the Canile, but 'till now nothing has happened. It is time for keeping promises now!! Join our petition please! Thank you!!

http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/quotsoscokyquot---the-canile-of-santa-maria-di-castellabate

http://www.neuburger-tierhilfe.de/

Posted: Jul 21, 2008 11:44pm | comment (0) | discuss (0) | permalink

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Blog: California Voters : Vote Yes on Prop 2

Volunteer to Help

With only 17 weeks to get out the "YES" vote, we need your help. Millions of animals will be positively affected by the passage of the Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act. Join our campaign now.

Don't forget to visit our Campaign Materials page for information on fundraising, writing letters to the editor and gathering endorsements for the campaign.

Paid for by Californians for Humane Farms, sponsored by The Humane Society of the United States, Farm Sanctuary, and other animal protection groups, family farmers, veterinarians, and public health professionals.

Californians for Humane Farms is the proud sponsor of the Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act, an initiative that will appear on California's November 2008 ballot.

It is cruel and inhumane to confine animals in cages so small they can’t turn around or stretch their limbs. All animals deserve humane treatment, including those raised for food. Vote YES on Prop #2 to protect animals from unacceptable abuse.

We need your help to make this campaign a success! Get information on hosting a house party, tips on writing letters to the editor, download endorsement packets, download our new flyer in b/w or color, put a banner on your website or blog, and get Yes on Prop 2 merchandise. Click here to learn how you can help!

Posted: Jul 18, 2008 7:33pm | comment (0) | discuss (0) | permalink

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Blog: Cocoa Mulch HARMFUL to Pets!!!!

REMINDER...Cocoa Mulch HARMFUL to Pets!!!!

Animals (tags: dogs cats lethal theobromine mulch cocoa )

Patti

- 8 hours ago - snopes.com

Cocoa mulch contains Theobromine. This is LETHAL to cats & dogs.

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ANOTHER STORY!!!!
Over the weekend the doting owner of two young lab mixes purchased Cocoa Mulch from Target to use in their garden. They loved the way it smelled and it was advertised to keep cats away from their garden. Their dog Calypso, decided that the mulch smelled good enough to eat and devoured a large helping. She vomited a few times which was typical when she eats something new but wasn't acting lethargic in any way. The next day, Mom woke up and took Calypso out for her morning walk. Half way through the walk, she had a seizure and died instantly.

Although the mulch had NO warnings printed on the label, upon further investigation on the companies web site, this product is HIGHLY toxic to dogs.

Cocoa Mulch is manufactured by Hershey's, and they claim that 'It is true that studies have shown that 50% of th e dogs that eat Cocoa Mulch can suffer physical harm to a variety of degrees (depending on each individual dog). However, 98% of all dogs won't eat it.'

True information about the mulch can be found here - http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/cocoa.htm
This site gives the following information:

Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Home Depot, Foreman's Garden Supply and other Garden supply stores, contains a lethal ingredient called 'Theo bromine'.

It is lethal to dogs and cats. It smells like chocolate and it really attracts dogs. They will ingest this stuff and die. Several deaths already occurred in the last 2-3 weeks. J ust a word of caution check what you are using in your gardens and be aware of what your gardeners are using in your gardens.

Theo bromine is the ingredient that is used to make all chocolate especially dark or baker's chocolate which is toxic to dogs.

Cocoa bean shells contain potentially toxic quantities of theobromine, a xanthine compound similar in effects to caffeine and theophylline. A dog that ingested a lethal quantity of garden mulch made from cacao bean shells developed severe convulsions and died 17 hours later. Analysis of the stomach contents and the ingested cacao bean shells revealed the presence of lethal amounts of theobromine.

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Alert: JONESBORO GA ~ Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit ~ Orphan Kittens in Peril ~ Can you adopt?

Focus:	Animal Welfare
Action Request:	Visit - in person
Location:	Georgia, United States

REPLY TO: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com
Pet List: http://tinyurl.com/2y99zk

: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd
Website: http://tinyurl.com/3d963p

“Check out our beautiful kitties!”

Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit

1396 Government Circle

Jonesboro, GA 30236

Contact: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com, 770-477-3684

pets listed:


URGENT! Ming	Domestic Short Hair - gray and white	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
081680		Gender: F
Notes: Ming is a sweet and loving girl that was surrendered when her family decided that she was not welcome to come along when they moved. We can't imagine how they could leave this little beauty behind but here she is. Please come and meet Ming before her time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Bette	Domestic Short Hair-orange	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
082111		Gender: F
Notes: Bette is a beautiful sweet girl that is due to have babies any day now. She would love for that to happen in a better place. Please come and give this little family-to-be a safe environment to be born in. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Smokey	Russian Blue	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
082132		Gender: F
Notes: Smokey is an extremely affectionate cat that was surrendered with 3 beautiful babies. They are old enough to be separated from her and all are ready to find new homes. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


URGENT! Zara	Tortoiseshell	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
081676		Gender: F
Notes: Zara is a super sweet girl that hasn't apparently missed a meal in her life. She's a bit on the plump side but that just means there's more to love. Please come and meet this beautiful girl before her time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. This pet is: declawed, altered Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


URGENT! Ty	Tabby - Brown Mixed	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
081440		Gender: M
Notes: Ty is a sweet boy that was surrendered when his owner's moved and chose to leave him behind. He is outgoing and loving and would love a soft bed to lounge around in. Please come and meet him before his time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Trexler	Domestic Long Hair-black	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
082006		Gender: M
Notes: Trexler is a stunning cat that was taken off the kill list because the employees thought he was just too special to die without being given more of a chance. He is super sweet and absolutely gorgeous. Please come and meet this little angel before his time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


URGENT! Molasses	Tortoiseshell	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
081462		Gender: F
Notes: Molasses is an affectionate girl that may be pregnant. She is sweet and loving and if she is expecting she would prefer to have her babies in a safe quiet place and that would definitely NOT be in animal control. Please come and meet this pretty girl before her time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Zeplin	Domestic Long Hair, Tabby	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
081432		Gender: M
Notes: Zeplin is a beautiful boy that is sweet and loving and is looking for a great new home to give him the second chance that he deserves. Please come and meet him before his time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Posie	Domestic Medium Hair	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
082039		Gender: F
Notes: Posie was quite obviously bored with her photo shoot but we still think she's super sweet and deserving of a great home. She is declawed so is also possibly already spayed. Please come and meet this little beauty before her time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. This pet is: declawed Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Rebecca	Calico	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
081983-88		Gender: F
Notes: Poor Rebecca is raising her babies in this stressful place and is being a wonderful protective mom. Her babies are all gorgeous and they would love to be taken in by a rescue that could help prepare them for their new forever homes once they are ready to leave their mom. Please come and meet this beautiful family before their time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


URGENT! Frankie	Tabby - white	Size: S
Cat		Age: Adult
081856		Gender: M
Notes: Frankie is a very sweet boy that is loving and calm. He wants nothing more than a family to call his own. Please come and meet him before his time is up, All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Ripkin	Domestic Short Hair - orange and white, Manx Mixed	Size: S
Cat		Age: Young
082034		Gender: M
Notes: Can a face be any cuter? This little one is just adorable and is a Manx so has no tail. He is a little bit intimidated in here but is slowly getting used to the noises but would much prefer to be in a loving home. Please come and meet this adorable boy before his time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Frisca	Domestic Short Hair	Size: S
Cat		Age: Young
082053		Gender: F
Notes: Poor Frisca is having to care for her little ones in animal control. Not the greatest place for a new family to start out. She is a wonderful mom and is hoping to be saved with her babies ASAP. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


URGENT! Kai	Domestic Medium Hair-gray	Size: S
Cat		Age: Young
081464		Gender: F
Notes: Kai is a gorgeous young girl that is hoping for a loving family to come and adopt her. She is sweet and affectionate and is ready to go right now. Please come and meet her ASAP. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Blossom	Domestic Short Hair-black and white	Size: S
Cat		Age: Baby
082135		Gender: F
Notes: Blossom was surrendered with her mom and siblings. She is 6 weeks old now so can be separated from mom and is ready to find a new loving home. Please come and meet this little cutie before her time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


Lilac	Domestic Short Hair-black and white	Size: S
Cat		Age: Baby
082133		Gender: F
Notes: Lilac was surrendered with her mom and siblings. She is 6 weeks old now so can be separated from mom and is ready to find a new loving home. Please come and meet this little cutie before her time is up. All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684


URG! more kittens	Domestic Short Hair Mixed	Size: S
Cat		Age: Baby
081893-97		Gender:
Notes: This beautiful little family of 5 is hoping to find loving families within the next few days. They are adorable and about 8 weeks old. They all look very similar and would love to meet you ASAP! All animals adopted from Clayton Co Animal Control must be spayed or neutered within 30 days of adoption. A low cost spay/neuter certificate will be issued at the time of adoption. Contact: Clayton Co. Police Dept. Animal Control Unit Website: http://tinyurl.com/4hcukd Email: tinypawsrule@hotmail.com Phone: 770-477-3684