Animal Welfare News
Captive Primate Safety Act
Update: This article has been modified on March 7, 2023. See changes below. Paws Up! To Representative Earl Blumenauer for introducing the Captive Primate Safety Act. January 24, 2023 Representative Earl Blumenauer introduced H.R. 3135: Captive Primate Safety Act on...
Compromise for Beavers and Humans to Coexist
Paws Up! The DAMS for Beavers Act, introduced by Representative Suzan DelBene, provides a solution for humans and beavers to live together harmoniously. January 24, 2023 Beavers and humans are working to live symbiotically. Currently, beavers are unknowingly causing...
Standards for Doghouses Are Being Addressed in Tennessee
January 23, 2023 Paws Up! Tennessee Senator Jon Lundberg is advocating to create safer outdoor shelters for canine companions exposed to the elements. What do dogs need to live happy and healthy lives? Does food, water, shelter, veterinary care, companionship,...
Paws Up Paws Down Update: President Biden Signs Big Cat Public Safety Act
December 22, 2022 Paws Up! President Biden signed the Big Cat Public Safety Act on 12/20/22. (Read more about this law here.) Will you show your support for this vital legislation by sending President Biden a thank you email today?
A Florida City Prohibits Balloon Releases to Protect Its Wildlife
December 12, 2022 Paws Up! To city council members in Jacksonville, Florida, for favorably voting to ban releasing balloons or sky lanterns. Balloons are colorful orbs that have the power to injure and kill wildlife. If you live near the coast or have…
Private Bookings for Sloth Encounters Lead to Push for Exotic Animal Ban in NY
December 12, 2022 Paws Up! To animal advocates and legislators in Suffolk County, New York, for supporting efforts to end animal exploitation for human enjoyment. The lure of exotic animals and encounters with wildlife entice…
Be a Lover Not a Fighter
Paws Up! H.R. 9309 would amend the animal welfare act to provided greater protection for roosters. December 13, 2022 Roosters intended for fighting have a hard life from the moment they hatch. Trainers kill off the weakest birds and use only the most ferocious birds...
More Research Is Needed After Livestock Transport by Sea Amendments
November 13, 2022 Paws Up! Animal welfare organizations, concerned citizens, the Hawaii Cattlemen's Council, and the Hawaii Department of Agriculture are working together to improve the humane transport of livestock by sea from the U.S. mainland to the island. Animal...
Update: Taking Lead Out of Ammunition and Tackle
Paws Up! Representative Robert Wittman introduced the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2022 to prohibit lead ammunition and lead tackle. November 11, 2022 In May of this year, S.4157: LEAD Act of 2022 was introduced by Senator Tammy Duckworth to ban...
Cats and Dogs Should Not Be On the Menu
Paws Up! Representative Rodney Davis aims to initiate agreement to end the consumption and trade of cat and dog meat globally. November 11, 2022 Smokey rescued by NHES’ animal care facility. When many of us think of cats and dogs, we think of our beloved…
Birds Are Protected From Dangerous Light Pollution in Maui County, HI
Paws Up! The Maui County Council passed an ordinance to protect birds and other animals from the dangers of artificial light. Electricity and the light bulb are two inventions that significantly changed everyone’s lives. Many cannot…
California Strives to Keep Families and Their Animals Together in Low-Income Housing Units
Paws Up! Governor Newsom signed legislation to help keep animals with their families by restricting low-income housing units built in 2023 from charging a monthly pet fee. The companionship of an animal…