Humane Voices

Send us Fan Mail Today we’ve got an issue that needs your help. We’re going to talk about protecting horses from a bizarre piece of cruelty you might not have heard of – soring. USDA needs to hear from YOU that you support this proposed rule and urge them to update the HPA regulations to once and for all put an end to soring. Go to humanesociety.org/soring to help these horses! Love and compassion...

Send us Fan Mail Millions of domesticated cats spend time outdoors, and many of these cats prey on wildlife. The numbers are huge. What can we do to protect both wildlife and cats? Love and compassion for animals can bring everyone together. ‘Humane Voices’ is the official podcast of the Humane Society of the United States. We’ll explore the issues facing animals, interview worldwide animal expert...

Send us Fan Mail State laws are very different state to state -- look at income tax and sales tax laws! It’s the same with laws protecting (or not protecting) animals. Love and compassion for animals can bring everyone together. ‘Humane Voices’ is the official podcast of the Humane Society of the United States. We’ll explore the issues facing animals, interview worldwide animal experts, and discus...

Send us Fan Mail Millions of people share their homes and their lives with pets, even those who are allergic to animals. Unfortunately, some people believe that once they are diagnosed with a pet allergy, they have no choice but to remove their pets from their family. Today we’re going to give you some tips on how best to deal with pet allergies.  Love and compassion for animals can bring everyone...

Send us Fan Mail It's our 100th episode (or thereabouts), and it's National Dog Month! To celebrate, we're discussing some of our recent dog-related victories, answer some dog-related trivia questions and have lots of fun!  Love and compassion for animals can bring everyone together. ‘Humane Voices’ is the official podcast of the Humane Society of the United States. We’ll explore th...

Send us Fan Mail The AKC is a registry of purebred dog pedigrees in the United States.  With the AKC drawing its income from the staggering quantity of puppies registered in its books, it’s no wonder why the organization habitually opposes laws designed to curb massive, irresponsible breeding, and is interfering with the good work of nonprofit animal rescues. We hope someday the AKC will join us i...

Send us Fan Mail Unfortunately, the massive economy involving factory farm animals is far bigger than you thought. In this episode we’re talking about the many ways we’re fighting to improve the lives of farm animals around the world. Love and compassion for animals can bring everyone together. ‘Humane Voices’ is the official podcast of the Humane Society of the United States. We’ll explore the is...

Send us Fan Mail Summer heat Recent can be deadly for people and animals. During extreme weather, pet owners need to take precautions to protect their animal companions. Learn more here: humanesociety.org/resources/keep-pets-safe-heat You can help stop all forms of animal cruelty. Please give today . Love and compassion for animals can bring everyone together. ‘Humane Voices’ is the official podca...

Send us Fan Mail We delve into the heartbreaking series of horse deaths that have overshadowed the recent Triple Crown horse races. Join us as we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Keith Dane, Senior Director of Equine Protection and a distinguished authority in equine welfare and horse racing. You can help stop all forms of animal cruelty. Please give today .

Send us Fan Mail The findings of the 2023 US Trophy Hunting Report demonstrate the sheer, unrivaled scope of American consumption of hunting trophies, especially of threatened and endangered species. The report is here: https://www.hsi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/DIGITAL_2023-United-States-Trophy-Hunting-by-the-Numbers-Report-compressed.pdf You can help stop all forms of animal cruelty. Please...

Send us Fan Mail Our annual list of known, problematic puppy mills is called the Horrible Hundred report.  Find out if your state is mentioned in the report, and learn how to avoid getting a dog from a puppy mill. Learn more at humanesociety.org/horriblehundred You can help stop all forms of animal cruelty. Please give today .

Send us Fan Mail French Bulldogs have become the most popular dog breed in the US, bumping the Labrador Retriever out of the #1 slot for the first time in 31 years. While French Bulldogs are adorable and funny, there are also questions about their health.  Learn more at HSVMA.org You can help stop all forms of animal cruelty. Please give today .

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to today's episode of Humane Voices, where we are speaking with dedicated individuals who are working tirelessly to protect animals all around the world. We hear from a variety of staff members who are making a difference in the lives of animals every day. Despite the many challenges and obstacles they face, these passionate individuals are committed to promoting the...

Send us Fan Mail Our special guest on this episode is Jackson Galaxy, a renowned cat behaviorist and the host of the hit TV show, "My Cat from Hell." With over 25 years of experience working with cats and their owners, Jackson is an authority in feline behavior and has helped countless cats and their humans resolve their issues and build strong, loving relationships. Learn more here: gre...

Send us Fan Mail National Volunteer Week starts soon! Are you interested in joining the fight to protect all animals? We embrace volunteers as essential partners in our lifesaving work. We offer a wide range of ways to get involved, each with varying requirements, responsibilities and commitment levels, and we provide all of our volunteers with guidance and training as needed. Find out more at hum...

Send us Fan Mail Across the country, entire communities ban or restrict dogs because of their breed or perceived breed. The HSUS opposes such public policies as inhumane and ineffective. There is no evidence that breed-specific laws reduce dog bites or attacks on people and they divert resources from more effective animal control and public safety initiatives. Breed-based policies are based on myt...

Send us Fan Mail We sent an undercover investigator into Safari Club International’s annual convention that brings more than 850 exhibitors from 30 countries to Tennessee to promote the killing of thousands of animals. The investigator tells us what she saw. Learn more here:  https://www.humanesociety.org/trophyhunting Love and compassion for animals can bring everyone together. ‘Humane Voices’ is...

Send us Fan Mail The Humane Society of the United States is assisting the City of Crystal Springs with the rescue of approximately 176 cats from an alleged large-scale neglect situation. Mississippi Animal Rescue League also assisted on-scene. When these rescues occur, we receive many questions about the case on social media. So we answer your questions on today's episode! Love and compassion...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we’re pulling back the curtain a little bit to our own organization, and non-profits in general! Our Senior VP of Philanthropy gives us the inside info about her work securing donations. Love and compassion for animals can bring everyone together. ‘Humane Voices’ is the official podcast of the Humane Society of the United States. We’ll explore the issues facing animals, int...

Send us Fan Mail The exploitation and abuse of big cats as props for paid public interactions at roadside attractions will soon be a thing of the past. The Big Cat Public Safety Act, something we’ve been working on for over a decade, just became law. It’s the beginning of the end of the cringeworthy era in which breeding big cats for cub petting (a la Tiger King) was all too common. Love and compa...

Send us Fan Mail Cat cafés in the United States focus on adoptions. The cats who live there come from local shelters or rescue groups, and visitors can choose to adopt any of the cats. The cafés free up space at the shelters, help socialize cats and speed adoption placements. Plus, they create a unique space for the community to enjoy. Love and compassion for animals can bring everyone together. ‘...

Send us Fan Mail We’ve all been living in an uncertain world during the COVID-19 pandemic. But we know where the virus came from: intensively confined animals, likely at a wild animal market. Shutting down these markets would help stop the spread of future viruses, but many countries refuse. In this episode, we'll learn whether we’re doing enough to stop the spread of future pandemics. Love a...

Send us Fan Mail The international wildlife trade jeopardizes the survival and welfare of billions of animals every year, including threatened and endangered species. These animals are often killed simply to be made into and sold as a decoration, piece of jewelry or a symbol of wealth, or they suffer horribly only to end up in a life of captivity. Today’s guests work to end this illicit market, wh...

Send us Fan Mail In the weeks after Hurricane Ian devastated communities across Florida, our Animal Rescue Team team coordinated the creation of a distribution center for pet food and a pop-up veterinary clinic offering free vet services in a parking lot. Today’s guest, Dr. Katherine Polak, worked at the clinic and describes what it was like to deliver much-needed care to this community. Love and...

Send us Fan Mail Nearly 400 organizations across the country have joined our Shelter and Rescue Partner program. They answer the call in times of need, serving as a safety net for pets and mentors for other groups. In this interview with our own director of shelter outreach and engagement, we learn how these shelters and rescues make our lifesaving work possible.  Love and compassion for animals c...