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Protecting Animals

Protecting Animals

American Humane has worked to protect animals since 1877, providing a voice for the nation's most vulnerable.

All efforts of our Animal Protection Division are focused on preventing cruelty, neglect and exploitation of animals and assuring that their interests and well-being are fully, effectively and humanely guaranteed by an aware and caring society.

From here, you can learn the many ways you can help an animal, find out about American Humane's numerous animal welfare programs, get information on adopting and caring for new pets, and more.

Here's news from American Humane's Animal Protection Division.

"No Animals Were Harmed"®

Make sure the animals you enjoy watching in movies, television shows and commercials are treated humanely.

Learn more about American Humane's Film & TV Unit.

Mississippi Puppy-Mill Seizure

On Feb. 4, nearly 100 dogs were removed from deplorable conditions in a Marshall County, Miss., puppy mill.

Find out more.

Ban Gas Chambers in Animal Shelters

American Humane has launched an intensive legislative initiative to ban gas chambers -- in which animals suffer a slow, painful and inhumane death -- in animal shelters.

Find out more and take action.

Second Chance® Fund

This American Humane fund has helped hundreds of animal welfare organizations treat and care for animals that are victims of abuse or neglect.

Get info on the latest cases.

Help End Pound Seizure at Shelters

American Humane is working tirelessly to end the practice of pound seizure, in which shelters provide cats and dogs to animal brokers and research facilities for experimentation.

Find out more and take action.

Animal Welfare Professionals

American Humane has the tools animal welfare professionals need to enhance their careers and ultimately provide the best care possible to animals such as Animal Welfare Conferences & Trainings, Grant Opportunities and the Protecting Animals publication.

Find out more.

A 'Humane Touch'

The American Humane® Certified Farm Animal Program is growing. New producers are joining all the time, as more and more consumers look for foods that come from animals that are raised humanely.

Find out more.

Emergency Pet Kit

Be prepared for an emergency with the Fussy Cat Kit for Emergency Evacuation and Pet Survival. It’s both a carrier and a litter box, and contains emergency supplies. American Humane receives $12 for every kit sold. Enter coupon code “American Humane” at checkout for a 5% savings!


American Humane Supports The Shelter Pet Project!

The Shelter Pet Project is a movement to help find homes for great pets. American Humane supports this Ad Council effort in association with our friends at other humane organizations.
Learn more.