Animal Welfare News
California Steps Up to Stop the Puppy Mill Pipeline
February 14th, 2025 Paws Up! To Governor Gavin Newsom for signing AB 519 into law, pumping the breaks on animal brokers across the state of California. Commercial animal breeding facilities, dubbed "puppy mills" by popular culture, have been increasingly criticized by...
Pennsylvania Pushes for Companion Animal Rights in Divorce Court
February 14th, 2025 Paws Up! To the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the resounding support of House Bill 97! In the modern day, we see our companion animals as more than just loyal guardians of livestock or hunters of mice- we see them as true members of our...
Florida Fights to Defend Animals with Statewide Animal Abuser Registry
In the past few decades, the number of individuals who recognize their companion animals as a core member of their family continues to grow. We know that they have complex needs and sensitive feelings, just the same as ours. One
Re-introduced Bill Could Promise Farm Free Life for Our Nation’s Octopus
This summer, our nation’s leaders were given the chance to make legislative history! This exciting opportunity comes in the form of S.1947, also known as the “Opposing the Cultivation and Trade of Octopus Produced through
Protecting Wildlife Against Dangerous Balloon Releases in Louisiana
Paws Up! Representatives John R. Illg, Jr. (R-District 78) and R. Dewith Carrier (R-District 32) introduce House Bill 851, which will positively affect the environment and help protect wildlife by banning mass balloon releases. Balloons are…
Lawmakers Look to Strengthen Federal Protections for Dogs
Paws Up! Members of Congress strive to protect dogs with the introduction of the bipartisan “Puppy Protection Act of 2025” (H.R.2253). Things are looking up for our furry friends with the introduction of the Puppy Protection Act of 2025
New York Introduces Peanut’s Law to Protect Wildlife
Paws Up! Assemblyman Blumencranz of New York aims to defend the rights of sanctuary animals seized by state law enforcement with his proposal of “Peanut’s Law: Humane Animal Protection Act” The lives of sanctuary animals in the state of New York…
Ollie’s Law Will Set a New Standard for Kennel Safety
Paws Up! To Massachusetts Governor Healey for signing Ollie’s Law to establish safety regulations for dog kennels and dog daycares The greatest concern for any family who entrusts their companion animal into the care of a boarding kennel, or “doggy day care”…
CARE Act for Cold-Blooded Animals Introduced
Efforts to protect cold-blooded animals are being made by Congresswoman Betty McCollum with the introduction of House Resolution 9571 (H.R. 9571). An amendment, known as the Cold-blooded Animal Research and Exhibition Act (CARE Act), to…
California Signs Off On New Spay and Neuter Certification Program
Paws Up! To California's governor for signing SB 1233 to authorize new high-quality, high-volume spay and neuter certification programs at California veterinary colleges. The challenge of finding affordable spay and neuter services in California may lessen soon thanks...
Virginia Cracks Down on Cruelty with Two New Laws
Paws Up! Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs House Bill 62 and Senate Bill 11 to Bring Accountability to Animal Cruelty Offenders
The serious issue of animal cruelty is one of the difficult realities all animal advocates face. As rescuers, our focus often stays on the animals, providing them with the care and
Vermont Fills the Gaps With New Division of Animal Welfare
August 30th, 2024 Paws Up! To Vermont for Creating the Division of Animal Welfare The summer of 2024 has been a time of great progress for animal advocates in Vermont! Governor Phil Scott has ratified Act 167, a law to establish the Division of Animal Welfare within...