Animal Welfare

Ban Farms Where Octopuses Face Cruel Confinement, Suffering, and Slaughter

Commercial octopus farming threatens to subject intelligent creatures to brutal confinement and violence. Billions of fish would perish to sustain these captive octopuses, risking marine ecosystems. Help ban these inhumane facilities.

Environment

150 Moon Bears Reportedly Caged for Years: Demand Their Freedom

Approximately 150 moon bears were found confined in tiny cages for years, leaving many with severe muscle deterioration and psychological trauma. Demand prosecution for those responsible and permanent sanctuary placement for the bears.

Success

Success: Shark-Spotting Drones Back in Action

Drones could change the game for shark attack prevention. Support the utilization of technologies that do not harm sharks.

Human Rights

Don’t Fund Conflict Mineral Militias’ Widespread Abuses

Minerals sourced from human rights abuses are apparently providing the economic engine for more abuses. Demand the world’s most influential manufacturers end their seeming complicity in this cycle of violence.

Petitions:

Don’t Let Misogyny Reign Supreme in Japan

Women are being excluded from Japan’s longest-running and most honored distinction, thanks to misogynistic politicians. Demand these leaders elected by the people uphold the wishes of the people for a female emperor.

150 Moon Bears Reportedly Caged for Years: Demand Their Freedom

Approximately 150 moon bears were found confined in tiny cages for years, leaving many with severe muscle deterioration and psychological trauma. Demand prosecution for those responsible and permanent sanctuary placement for the bears.

Ban Farms Where Octopuses Face Cruel Confinement, Suffering, and Slaughter

Commercial octopus farming threatens to subject intelligent creatures to brutal confinement and violence. Billions of fish would perish to sustain these captive octopuses, risking marine ecosystems. Help ban these inhumane facilities.

Stop Politically Motivated Medicaid Cuts Impacting Millions

The most vulnerable Americans are once again paying the price for federal leadership’s political stunts. Call for an end to heartless healthcare cuts.

Bears Allegedly Mutilated for Bile: Demand Accountability

Twenty-seven moon bears were rescued from a facility accused of disguising itself as a zoo in order to perform invasive bile extraction procedures. Demand full accountability.

Eight Dogs Found Sealed Inside Suitcases: Demand Full Investigation

Eight dogs were discovered inside sealed suitcases at an airport, appearing frightened and dehydrated after being denied adequate airflow. Demand a full investigation.

Wild Elephant Allegedly Attacked With Firecracker: Demand Prosecution

A wild elephant was allegedly placed at risk after an explosive firecracker detonated nearby, thrown by a volunteer whose credentials have since been suspended. Demand full legal accountability if the evidence supports the allegations.

End Cruel Live Horse Exports as Nine Horses Allegedly Die in Inhumane Transport Conditions

Thousands of horses are reportedly subjected to horrific conditions in the live export trade, enduring brutal 28-hour journeys without food or water. At least nine horses have recently died while many others suffer from severe injuries and illnesses, according to reports. Help end this cruel industry.

Demand Justice for Goats Allegedly Suffering Untreated Infections and Physical Assault at Dairy

Goats reportedly endured pneumonia, untreated infections, and physical abuse at a dairy farm. Eyewitnesses reported horrifying scenes of animals being kicked and punched. Demand justice.

Mother Dog Allegedly Burned Alive: Demand Real Accountability

Three stray puppies were allegedly beaten to death before their nursing mother was burned alive in an incident that has sparked widespread public outrage. Demand that every available legal measure be pursued and stronger animal protection laws advanced.

Over 100 Dogs Vanish After Being Snared: Demand Answers

More than one hundred community dogs were captured with wire nooses and packed into transport vans before disappearing. Demand that authorities identify and hold accountable everyone responsible for this operation.

Don’t Doom Endangered Species to Extinction

Vital protections which serve to keep endangered species’ habitats intact have been removed from the Endangered Species Act by the Trump administration. Demand requirements to keep these environments healthy be reinstated to better ensure animals and plants will not become extinct.

Don’t Grant Veterinarians Accused of Criminal Wrongdoing License to Do Harm

A veterinarian who reportedly performed dangerous and illegal procedures on dogs and who pled guilty to medical neglect got to retain her freedom and her license to practice veterinary medicine. Call on irresponsible licensing board members to take a hard line on animal cruelty.

Create Lasting Conservation Legacy for Famed Robin Hood Tree

The iconic tree made famous by Robin Hood has been declared dead. Demand stringent protections for other woodlands endangered by climate and human-induced stress.

Justice for Belugas at Marineland, Where Twenty Whales Reportedly Died Under Deplorable Conditions

Allegations have surfaced of twenty whale deaths at Marineland, including nineteen belugas, due to horrific living conditions. Demand justice for these innocent creatures.

Stop Mutilating the Tails of Dogs

Every year, countless puppies endure the agony of tail docking, a brutal procedure often performed without anesthesia. This unnecessary mutilation inflicts severe pain and can cause lifelong psychological issues. End this suffering and protect our animals from needless harm.

Don’t Fund Conflict Mineral Militias’ Widespread Abuses

Minerals sourced from human rights abuses are apparently providing the economic engine for more abuses. Demand the world’s most influential manufacturers end their seeming complicity in this cycle of violence.

22 Donkeys Apparently Found Starving in Slaughter Den: Seek Justice

Twenty-two donkeys were reportedly found starving and injured inside cramped enclosures at what investigators believe was an illegal slaughter operation. Demand full legal accountability against the leaseholder and anyone else involved if the evidence supports the allegations.

18 Cats Reportedly Locked in Sweltering Villa, With Five Dying: Seek Justice

Eighteen cats were apparently left locked inside an unventilated villa during extreme summer heat, with five dead before rescuers arrived. Demand full legal accountability against the identified former tenant if the evidence supports the allegations.

Dog Reportedly Found With Chain Embedded in Neck: Demand Accountability

A dog was found reportedly tethered by a chain that had become embedded in the animal’s neck while confined without food, water, or shelter in a waste-covered courtyard. Demand full legal accountability against whoever is found responsible if the evidence supports the allegations.

Justice for Horse Beaten While Collapsed in Blistering Heat

A collapsed carriage horse was struck repeatedly while suffering from severe dehydration, heat exhaustion, and a chronic leg infection. Demand full legal accountability against the horse’s unidentified owner.

Dozens of Dogs Allegedly Starving in Filthy Backyard Cages: Seek Justice

Thirty-four dogs were discovered in makeshift backyard cages without clean water, and investigators documented severe emaciation, untreated wounds, and filthy living conditions. Demand full legal accountability against the summonsed property owner if the evidence supports the allegations.

Four Tortoises Apparently Suffocate Inside Smuggling Crates: Demand Justice

Rare tortoises, reptiles, and infant primates were allegedly found confined inside restrictive tubes and fabric restraints, and four tortoises suffocated during transport. Demand full legal accountability against the three suspects in custody if the evidence supports the allegations.

Hundreds of Dogs Reportedly Found Caged in Feces for Breeding: Demand Justice

More than 250 dogs were rescued from an alleged breeding facility where investigators said animals were confined in overcrowded, feces-covered rooms without adequate care. Demand that authorities identify and prosecute everyone responsible.

End Animal Confinement, Self-Mutilation, and Cruel Executions on Fur Farms

Fur farming allegedly subjects animals to unimaginable horrors, enduring confinement in tiny, barren cages that cause severe psychological distress. Reports of frantic pacing, self-mutilation, and brutal deaths through gassing and electrocution abound. Take action to end this cruelty.

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