A Humane World
Latest blog
Our 2023 undercover investigation into an Illinois wildlife killing contest revealed that 405 coyotes from multiple states were killed for a large cash prize. The bodies were piled up, dragged and hung up as children watched.
The HSUS
Most Americans oppose wildlife killing contests; Illinois could be latest state to ban them
Illinois is among the worst states when it comes to wildlife killing contests, with roughly 30 of these bloody events taking place each year that result in the cumulative deaths of thousands of coyotes, raccoons, foxes, squirrels and other animals. Following our 2023 investigation into a wildlife killing contest in Mendon, Illinois, this year the Illinois House of Representatives passed legislation (HB 2900) to prohibit the competitions. We’re now urging the Senate to do the same.
Read More
All search results
Full Blog Listing
Mother dog from alleged dogfighting bust is learning to trust again
Rescuing Animals in Crisis
Already-brutal storm season underscores need for disaster plans for animals
Rescuing Animals in Crisis
‘It means the world’: A veterinary program that’s changing lives
Creating Equity in Access to Pet Care
Inside Alaska’s scapegoat killing of grizzly bears
Protecting Wildlife
A game-changing Taking Action for Animals conference is coming up. Register now.
Rescuing Animals in Crisis
Breaking: We’re asking the SEC to investigate world's largest meat company's animal welfare promises
Improving the Lives of Farm Animals