News Releases

December 9, 2008
American Humane’s Adjunct Faculty Member Frank Ascione Joins - The American Humane Association announced that Frank R. Ascione, Ph.D., of Utah State University has joined the faculty of the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work as visiting professor from December 2008 to May 2009. He continues serving as adjunct faculty member with American Humane, the 131-year-old national nonprofit whose mission is the protection of children and animals. He also continues his positions with Utah State University as a professor in the Department of Psychology and an adjunct professor in Family and Human Development. read more

December 8, 2008
‘American Idol’s’ Paula Abdul Signs On to Promote American Humane’s Pets and Women’s Shelters (PAWS)™ Program - The American Humane Association announced today that Paula Abdul, multi-platinum and award-winning recording artist and performer, and judge for the top-rated “American Idol” reality TV show the past eight seasons, has signed on as a pro-bono spokesperson for American Humane’s Pets and Women’s Shelters Program (PAWS)™. read more

December 4, 2008
American Humane Certified™ Program Certifies Delimax, One of the Largest North American Veal Producers - The American Humane Certified farm animal program announced that Delimax, one of North America’s premier integrated veal producers, has been certified under the program using American Humane’s new three-tiered auditing system. The certification applies to Delimax grain-fed veal, which is processed, sold and marketed by its partner, Montpak International. read more

November 26, 2008
‘Marley & Me’ and American Humane to Hold Dog Food and Blanket Drive in December - American Humane Association and 20th Century Fox’s new movie “Marley & Me” — based on the best-selling book about a family and its rambunctious Labrador retriever — are teaming up this holiday season to support Denver-area animal shelters and rescue groups through the “12 Days of Marley – Dog Food and Blanket Drive,” Monday, Dec. 1 – Friday, Dec. 12. read more

November 24, 2008
New ‘True Humane Tracking’™ Auditing System Adds Value For American Humane Certified™ Food Producers - American Humane Certified food producers, partners and scientific advisors gathered at the American Humane Association in Englewood, Colo., recently for the program’s first technology meeting to provide feedback on the online reporting and video monitoring portions of its new auditing process. read more

November 19, 2008
Audrey Lang Joins American Humane Association as Human Resources Director - The American Humane Association announced today that Audrey Lang has joined the organization as its new human resources director. Lang has more than 10 years of human resources generalist and organizational development experience and, most recently, was the human resources manager for the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) in Denver. read more

November 13, 2008
Happy Travels Equal Happy Holidays For Pets: - While some pets enjoy riding in the car and taking trips with their families, many find it stressful. However, with increased awareness of the risks inherent in traveling with animals, owners can prepare and minimize undue stress on pets. Follow these tips from the American Humane Association to ensure your holiday trips are safe and enjoyable for the entire family. read more

November 11, 2008
Paws to the White House...Paws to Your House - Inspired by President-elect Barack Obama’s desire to get a rescue dog to fulfill his election promise to his daughters, Marley, the four-legged hero of 20th Century Fox’s upcoming comedy MARLEY & ME, is joining forces with the American Humane Association to sponsor rescue dog adoptions in 15 cities across the country. read more

November 10, 2008
American Humane Association Awards Grant to Louisiana Animal Shelter to Help Animals Displaced After Hurricane Gustav - After Hurricane Gustav hit southern Louisiana in early September, Plaquemines Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) received 34 animals in need. To help PAWS deal with the expense of caring for the additional animals, the American Humane Association has awarded the organization an unexpected $5,000 grant. read more

November 6, 2008
Give Your Pets a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season: Cold Weather and Holiday Pet Tips from the American Humane Association - Keeping pets away from poinsettias and chocolate is just the beginning. Avoid an unplanned trip to the animal hospital this holiday season by following these simple tips from the American Humane Association. read more

November 1, 2008
Think Twice Before Giving Pets as Gifts This Holiday - There is nothing cuter than a cuddly puppy or kitten under the tree on Christmas morning, perhaps with a holiday bow attached to its collar. And while that scenario makes a great holiday card illustration, the American Humane Association cautions that the days that follow can often result in a lonely pet facing an uncertain future at the local animal shelter. read more

October 27, 2008
Tips for a Smashing Good Time With Your Pets This Halloween - For many of us, Halloween is our favorite time of year! But imagine what our pets must think when all they can smell is bags full of chocolate and their favorite people just don’t look quite right. Here are some tips to help you and your pets have a frighteningly good time. read more

October 22, 2008
American Humane Commissions Research of Aviary Housing - The American Humane Association has commissioned an international study to research a range of aviary group-housing systems and to evaluate the impact of those systems on the health, welfare and egg production of laying hens. read more

October 22, 2008
American Humane Association Wins Grant for National Quality Improvement Center on Differential Response in Child Protective Services - The American Humane Association, in partnership with Walter R. McDonald & Associates and the Institute of Applied Research, has been selected to receive a federal cooperative agreement totaling nearly $10 million over five years to develop the National Quality Improvement Center on Differential Response in Child Protective Services. read more

October 21, 2008
American Humane Researchers Named Scholars-in-Residence at University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work - The American Humane Association today announced that the top three research leaders in its Children’s Division have also been named scholars-in-residence at the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work. read more

October 20, 2008
American Humane Awards Grants to Crossroads Safehouse, Inc., and Helping Hands Against Violence Shelter to Help House Pets at Women's Shelters - In order to help Crossroads Safehouse, Inc., in Fort Collins, Colo., and Helping Hands Against Violence Shelter in Hood River, Ore., start the Pets and Women’s Shelters (PAWS)™ Program, the American Humane Association has awarded each a one-time startup grant of $2,500. American Humane, the leading organization raising awareness about The Link® between violence to people and violence to animals, in February created the first national initiative to promote on-site housing of pets at women’s shelters. read more

October 20, 2008
American Humane Association Awards Recognize Excellence In the Animal Welfare Industry - During American Humane’s recent Professional Development Conference in San Diego, the organization recognized four professionals and one company for their outstanding contributions to the animal welfare field. read more

October 10, 2008
FetchDog.com is proud to sponsor The American Humane Association's Adopt-A-Dog Month in October - Animal shelters across the United States are full of dogs and puppies for adoption. FetchDog.com, a website that provides quality dog supplies and expert dog information recently launched their robust dog Adoption Center. read more

October 10, 2008
The Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs welcomes two veterinary leaders to the Board of Directors - The Alliance for Contraceptives in Cats & Dogs (ACC&D) is pleased to announce that Drs. Bill Torgerson and Bob Weedon have joined the board of directors. read more

October 9, 2008
American Humane Association Celebrates 131st Anniversary - One hundred thirty-one years ago today, the American Humane Association, a non-profit organization headquartered in Englewood, Colo., was established with the mission of protecting children and animals from cruelty, abuse, neglect and exploitation. read more