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It began 1877 and was originally known as “The International Humane Association.” It was the country’s first national humane organization, primarily concerned with the treatment of farm animals being transported from coast to coast.

American Humane Association has been celebrating Be Kind to Animals Week® since 1915, when the nation's oldest and largest national organization protecting the welfare of animals created the campaign in honor of all the creatures with whom we share our world.

Imparting a sense of humanity is one of the greatest gifts we can give our grandchildren.

The media flacks at Hellmann’s will tell you straight up – Hellmann’s® has been making mayonnaise using real simple ingredients from real American farms for 100 years.

Child advocates say such staffing reductions can hamper caseworkers' ability to conduct investigations.

The American Humane Assn., which oversees the treatment of animals on television and movie sets, has named its first chief veterinary officer and also added a veterinarian to its board of directors.

Open to only celebrities and media, this event will host some of today's most unique, fashionable and luxurious companies, products and services. From exotic resort vacations and high end jewelry to hip and trendy baby and pet products, luxurious skin and hair care products, the Secret Room is a total pampering experience.

The American Humane Assn., the group charged with overseeing the welfare of animals on television and film sets, has tapped a new board chairman.

In the first national conference to focus on the transformative impact of innovation and technology and their crossover applications for human and animal health, America's top leaders in science, medicine, philanthropy, and business will examine how breakthroughs in the fields of human and veterinary health can be accelerated through collaborative research involving all family members (animals and people), especially as catalyzed by new devices and technical advances.