The dissection of animals is an archaic practice that is still common in biology classes across the country. Virtual apps and models render this barbaric and disgusting school project obsolete, and students need to be presented a cruelty-free and compassionate future. Stop dissecting living beings in schools.
Dogs are having their vocal cords removed in a painful, unnecessary operation that serves no purpose other than human convenience. Stop subjecting pets to this cruel form of abuse.
Thousands of animals die excruciating deaths from bait laced with strychnine. The poison causes animals to remain conscious while their tightened muscles become exhausted and they suffocate and bleed to death. Demand an end to the use of this horrific pesticide.
Millions of sharks are slaughtered so that their livers may be harvested for use in vaccines, while plant-based alternatives are being shunned by governments and the drug industry. Demand approval for more ethical plant-derived vaccines to be used in clinical trials.
Wolves are dying excruciating deaths after being poisoned by strychnine. Apparent misuse of this dangerous toxin also threatens many other species and the environment. Stop this attack on wildlife.
Farm animals suffer horrific abuse that is sanctioned by the government. Basic rights given to domestic animals are denied to livestock. Call out the government for intentionally allowing hundreds of millions of animals to suffer for human profit.
Dogs have their tails and ears chopped off for human pleasure in operations that cause physical and psychological damage. Veterinarians and governments the world over are speaking out against this horrific mutilation. Call for a federal ban on this cruel practice.
Over 10 million farm animals die as a result of inappropriate transportation every year. Despite updated regulations, livestock still suffer fatal trucking conditions or are condemned and killed on arrival. Urge the government to take further action and stop this animal abuse.
Sows are locked in small cages where they cannot turn around, and lie on a cold slated floor for long periods of their pregnancy. Stop the imprisonment of pregnant sows by signing this petition.
Lambs raised for wool have chunks of their skin cut off of their rump without anesthesia or pain killers. They are forced to undergo the mutilating operation because the sheep are bred to maximize wool production and are managed ineffectively. Help stop this abhorrent practice of “mulesing.”
Racing pigeons is an abuse of pets that should be stopped. Many pigeons die during races, and are killed by their owners if they do not perform. Sign this petition to stop forcing these birds to fly for amusement and profit.
Thousands of coyotes are killed each year due to the sizable bounties placed on their heads. These small but majestic creatures are an integral part of the ecosystem and this merciless slaughter must stop. Join the movement to stop the coyote bounty.
Rodent glue traps are the most disgusting method of extermination, and should be banned by the government. They cause unimaginable suffering while the animal slowly dies of starvation and exhaustion. Join this petition to stop the use of these torture devices.
Beavers are shot and caught in horrifying traps because they are seen as a pest. However, these magnificent animals play an important role in nature and should be protected. Stop the indiscriminate killing of beavers on private land.
Wildlife killing contests are disgusting competitions that incite the indiscriminate murder of certain species. Natural predators are senselessly slaughtered for prizes, and laws should be in place to protect these animals. Sign this petition to help stop these “games.”
Millions of animals are inhumanely farmed for their furs. They are physically and psychologically abused before suffering horrific deaths for their pelts. Put an end to this sordid business.
Laying hens around the world are imprisoned in tiny cages where they can barley move. Support new standards that will help save billions of chickens from this fate.
Newborn calves are locked in crates where they barely have space to move and are fed an unnatural diet to produce veal. This intentional abuse is deemed an acceptable agriculture industry, yet causes immense physical and psychological harm to the calf. Help stop this abominable practice.
Feeding bread to ducks causes undernourishment, disease, and other issues with the fowl, while creating an unhealthy and unbalanced ecosystem. Urge our government to stop people from doing unintentional damage to nature.
Livestock are being electrocuted to force them into frightening and unpleasant situations. Cows, horses, pigs, sheep and bison are suffering physical and psychological abuse from the hands of unethical farmers and handlers. Help ban this abusive practice.
