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Animal Welfare Groups Commend Gov. Hochul for Signing Bill to End the Retail Sale of Dogs, Cats, and Rabbits in New York Pet Stores

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, animal welfare groups commended Gov. Kathy Hochul for signing the Puppy Mill Pipeline Bill, groundbreaking legislation that will stop the flow of cruelly bred puppies to New York pet stores by ending the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet stores across the state. Championed by Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal (D/WF-Manhattan) and Senate Deputy Majority Leader Michael Gianaris (D-Queens), this legislation was overwhelmingly approved by large bipartisan majorities in both the Assembly and Senate earlier this year.

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  • Kathy Hochul for signing the Puppy Mill Pipeline Bill , groundbreaking legislation that will stop the flow of cruelly bred puppies to New York pet stores by ending the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet stores across the state.
  • It is my hope this is a critical step to ending the scourge of puppy mills once and for all.
  • I thank Governor Hochul for signing our Puppy Mill Pipeline bill into law, my friend Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal and the indefatigable advocates who made this possible."
  • "It is an amazing end-of-the year gift to finally have the Puppy Mill Pipeline bill become law!

BANFIELD FOUNDATION AND RURAL AREA VETERINARY SERVICES (RAVS) LAUNCH TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP FOR VETERINARY STUDENTS

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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VANCOUVER, Wash., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Banfield Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the charitable arm of Banfield Pet Hospital®, today announced a grant to the Humane Society of the United States' Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS) program to create its first-ever Field Clinic Travel Scholarship designed to provide travel scholarships for veterinary students, veterinary technicians and veterinary technician students, as well as veterinary assistants participating in RAVS field teaching clinics in 2023.

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  • VANCOUVER, Wash., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Banfield Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the charitable arm of Banfield Pet Hospital, today announced a grant to the Humane Society of the United States' Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS) program to create its first-ever Field Clinic Travel Scholarship designed to provide travel scholarships for veterinary students, veterinary technicians and veterinary technician students, as well as veterinary assistants participating in RAVS field teaching clinics in 2023.
  • RAVS' veterinary field teaching clinics provide intensive, highly mentored hands-on experience for hundreds of veterinary and veterinary technician students and professionals each yearin 2022 alone, 225 veterinary professionals and students volunteered 18,200 hours caring for 7,500 pets.
  • The Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS) program is operated by the Humane Society of the United States.
  • In addition, our veterinary field training programs have provided life-changing service-learning opportunities for more than 9,000 veterinary students and professionals.

"STRANGER THINGS" STAR GABRIELLA PIZZOLO JOINS 'RAPPAPORT TO THE RESCUE' ADOPTION EVENT AT BIG APPLE CIRCUS FOR SPECIAL PERFORMANCE

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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Gabriella Pizzolo is a 19-year-old Broadway and television star recently seen in the Netflix series Stranger Things as Dustin's long distance girlfriend Suzie.

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  • Gabriella Pizzolo is a 19-year-old Broadway and television star recently seen in the Netflix series Stranger Things as Dustin's long distance girlfriend Suzie.
  • She previously starred on Broadway as the title role in Matilda the Musical and as Small Alison in the Tony Winning musical Fun Home.
  • Today, the Big Apple Circus and "Rappaport To The Rescue'' announced that Stranger Things star Gabriella Pizzolo will perform a song at the adoption event, taking place at the Circus's Big Top at Damrosch Park on November 8th.
  • So, this year, The Big Apple Circus has partnered with renowned animal advocate Jill Rappaport and her brand "Rappaport To The Rescue" to introduce 45 fabulous fur angels on the 45th anniversary of the Big Apple Circus.

The Ad Council, the Humane Society of the United States and Maddie's Fund® launch new PSA campaign focused on keeping 'Pets and People Together'

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ad Council, the Humane Society of the United States and Maddie's Fund® have launched "Pets and People Together," a new, fully integrated public service announcement (PSA) campaign to inspire pet lovers everywhere to #BeAHelper. Ninety-seven percent of pet owners consider their pet to be a member of the family. At any given time, anyone may experience a crisis that can temporarily impact their ability to care for their pets.

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  • At any given time, anyone may experience a crisis that can temporarily impact their ability to care for their pets.
  • These actions ensure both pets and people are able to continue to benefit from the unique and powerful connection they share.
  • "Keeping families together is more important than ever, and we all have the opportunity to help make this happen."
  • "We've proven countless times that when the Ad Council partners with the Humane Society of the United States and Maddie's Fund, we can change an issue for the better.

Aramark to Increase Plant-based Menu Offerings on College Campuses

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Monday, October 10, 2022
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Aramark , the largest U.S.-based foodservice provider, announced today that by 2025, 44% of its residential dining menu offerings at more than 250 colleges and universities will be plant-based.

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  • Aramark , the largest U.S.-based foodservice provider, announced today that by 2025, 44% of its residential dining menu offerings at more than 250 colleges and universities will be plant-based.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221010005115/en/
    Aramark announced today that by 2025, 44% of its residential dining menu offerings at more than 250 colleges and universities will be plant-based.
  • Aligned with our existing responsible sourcing commitments, this new target represents another step on our journey toward net zero emissions, says Alan Horowitz, VP of Sustainability at Aramark.
  • As noted in the Humane Society of the United States Protein Sustainability Scorecard Report , 26-30% of Aramarks current menu offerings on college campuses are plant-based.

James Evans Receives the 2022 Avanzino Leadership Award, Thanks to Maddie

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Friday, October 7, 2022
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Pleasanton, CA, Oct. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maddies Fund is honored to present the 2022 Avanzino Leadership Award to James Evans for his outstanding leadership and purposeful dedication to the human-animal bond.

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  • Pleasanton, CA, Oct. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maddies Fund is honored to present the 2022 Avanzino Leadership Award to James Evans for his outstanding leadership and purposeful dedication to the human-animal bond.
  • The award was presented to James Evans at the inaugural convening of The Gathering Conference in Philadelphia, PA on October 6, 2022 and comes with a $25,000 grant to CARE.
  • This award is named after Rich Avanzino, the father of the no-kill movement and Maddies Fund President from 1998 2015.
  • James has profoundly transformed our field through racial equity, diversity and inclusion, said Mary Ippoliti-Smith, Executive Leadership Team, Maddies Fund.

PetMeds® To Raise Donations for Shelter Pets Evacuated After Hurricane Ian

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022
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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As Hurricane Ian tore through the southwest Florida coast, the storm left Gulf Coast Humane Society (GCHS) with no water and no power and extensive damage including half of a roof blown off, downed fences, and outdoor play areas destroyed. The shelter is expected to remain closed for the foreseeable future while the damage is repaired.

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  • Hurricane Ian left Gulf Coast Humane Society (GCHS) with major structural damage, leaving the 170 cats and dogs at the shelter in need of refuge.
  • The 170 cats and dogs at the non-profit, no-kill shelter have all survived and have been evacuated to other animal welfare organizations.
  • PetMeds is sending monetary donations, food, and supplies to care for cats and dogs impacted by Hurricane Ian and is asking pet parents and animal lovers to consider making a direct contribution to help shelter pets that have been displaced.
  • "Gulf Coast Humane Society has saved thousands of lives of pets while relying solely on donations," says Larissa Schenck, Director of Marketing at PetMeds.

Shoutable.me & Wag! Launch a Campaign to Celebrate the Human Canine Bond on National Dog Day

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shoutable, the world's largest self-service platform for everyday consumers to post content to digital billboards, is working with The Humane Society of the United States and Wag!, on Friday, August 26th for National Dog Day. Their goal is to celebrate the human-animal bond and join the fight to end all animal suffering for National Dog Day. National Dog Day brings awareness to the number of dogs that need to be rescued every year and honors family dogs and dogs that work selflessly to save lives, keep humans safe and bring comfort.

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  • Their goal is to celebrate the human-animal bond and join the fight to end all animal suffering for National Dog Day.
  • The easy-to-use e-commerce platform has dozens of Dog Day templates in English and Spanish that can be personalized with a photo of the dog as well as custom text.
  • Consumers can choose a specific billboard location and timeslot to view their furry friend on a 48-foot-wide billboard.
  • Shoutable also provides mockup images of the actual digital billboard with their personal dog content that can be easily posted to social media.

Elior North America to increase plant-based meals through collaboration with the Humane Society of the United States

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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Elior North America is teaming up with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) to increase the companys plant-based offerings over the next three years.

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  • Elior North America is teaming up with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) to increase the companys plant-based offerings over the next three years.
  • This goal, along with Elior North Americas dedication to plant-forward entrees and support of animal welfare, is why Elior North America also received an A in the recently published Protein Sustainability Scorecard Report .
  • Plant-based foods are also more climate friendly, fitting seamlessly into Elior North Americas mission of Doing Good.
  • Elior North America is doing just that, said Karla Dumas, RDN, director of food service innovation for the Humane Society of the United States.

Breaking: Big Cat Public Safety Act passes the U.S. House of Representatives on International Tiger Day

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Saturday, July 30, 2022
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WASHINGTON, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The U.S. House of Representatives just passed the Big Cat Public Safety Act (H.R.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The U.S. House of Representatives just passed the Big Cat Public Safety Act (H.R.
  • Big Cat Public Safety Act passes the U.S. House of Representatives
    Big cat ownership is an epidemic in the U.S. Untold numbers of captive big cats live in shoddy roadside zoos or as pets living in homes.
  • Sara Amundson, president of the Humane Society Legislative Fund, said: "House passage of the Big Cat Public Safety Act, H.R.
  • The Big Cat Public Safety Act will provide a critical tool for solving this problem and we urge legislators to vote yes."