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Success: Wild Cougars Return to Tennessee

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERACougars have returned to Tennessee after being driven out by over-hunting and habitat loss. Applaud the rigorous environmental regulations that have allowed these precious creatures to not only survive, but thrive.

Success: Endangered Species Recovering at Record Levels

Grey_Wolf_by_USFWSEndangered species are recovering at a record rate thanks to proactive government protections. Applaud these extremely encouraging statistics and thank the officials responsible for protecting these vulnerable animals.

Success: Harmless Family Dog Seized by Authorities Finally Returned

Hank-by-LeonardCollinsA gentle dog taken from his owners by city authorities has finally been returned home. Thank the council for releasing him and urge them to overturn archaic breed-specific legislation so that no more dogs suffer the trial this one endured.

Success: Man Charged for Neglecting Puppy With Maggot-Infested Wounds

Libre-by-JanineGuidoThe breeder responsible for letting a young puppy suffer from dehydration, malnourishment, skin infections and maggot-infested sores has been charged with animal cruelty. Praise this decision and urge authorities to ensure all cases of animal abuse are severely punished by law.

Success: Lonely and Confined Elephant Finally Released to Sanctuary

Kaavan Free Kaavan the ElephantAfter nearly three decades of being shackled and alone in a zoo, Kaavan the elephant will finally get a taste of freedom. Kaavan has been approved to move to a sanctuary where he will be surrounded by elephant friends and a more natural environment. Sign this petition and thank the team who helped bring Kaavan freedom.

Find Criminals Who Stuck Puppies to Ground With Hot Tar

Hot-Tar-by-Karel-SiedlFour puppies are in critical condition after being stuck to the ground and covered in hot tar. Someone is intentionally torturing puppies since this is the second case. Demand that authorities find the criminal engaging in this horrific torture and bring them to justice.

Success: Rhode Island Becomes First State to Ban Cruel Elephant Training Tool

Elephant Mister-ERhode Island has become the first state to ban the bullhook, a training tool that uses pain to coerce elephants into doing tricks. This is a huge step for elephants stuck in the entertainment industry. Sign this petition and thank Rhode Island for protecting elephants from this cruel tool.

Success: Students Arrested for Throwing Dog Off Roof

Puppy_on_Halong_Bay_by_Andrea_SchafferTwo men have been arrested after a video surfaced that allegedly shows them dropping a helpless dog from a rooftop. Applaud the swift punishment of these senseless and cruel individuals.

Success: Dog Caged Without Exercise for Two Years Finally Set Free

Stella-pit-bull-by-Laura-KhanlarianA gentle dog caged by police for over two years without exercise has finally been released and rehomed. Thank decision-makers for finally taking this laudable step and urge them to act quicker in future cases so that no more dogs suffer the treatment this animal endured.

Success: Live Animals No Longer Used for Medical Training

Pig Nick SaltmarshThe last university in the U.S. to still use live animals for medical training has finally ended the practice. Now, countless animals will be spared from unnecessary pain and death. Sign this petition to thank the university for ending this practice.

Success: Starving Horses Rescued and Owners Charged

Emaciated-horse-by-Diana-BakerOver 40 horses have finally been rescued from a farm where they had been abandoned to starve. Praise the decision to save these horses and charge the people responsible with cruelty to animals.

Success: Abusive Zoo Finally Closes

Tiger hanna_boehm0An abusive and neglectful zoo is finally closing down after the police led an investigation into the reported atrocities. Sign this petition and thank the police for taking this matter seriously and bringing about the closure of this awful zoo.

Success: National Aquarium to Release Dolphins to Sanctuary

Dolphin Aude SteinerThe National Aquarium has recently announced that it will be releasing all eight of its bottlenose dolphins to a seaside sanctuary. Now these dolphins will be able to swim in the sea, feel the tides, and interact with wild dolphins. Sign this petition and thank the National Aquarium for making the compassionate decision.

Success: Woman Who Duct-Taped Dog’s Mouth Found Guilty of Animal Cruelty

duct-taped-dog-by-Katherine-LemanskyA woman who duct-taped her dog’s mouth shut and posted a picture of the abuse on social media has been found guilty of animal cruelty and sentenced to suspended jail time. Praise this great decision that proves that animal abuse is serious and punishable under the law.

Success: Maryland Becomes First State to Ban Dangerous Pesticides

Honey_bee_on_a_dandelion_by_OrangeaurochsHarmful pesticides that have contributed to the deaths of countless bees will soon be outlawed in the state of Maryland. Thank the state’s legislators for enacting this progressive measure and demonstrating a commitment to protecting the nation’s rapidly dwindling bee populations.

Success: PetSmart Stops Supporting Abusive Animal Mill

PetSmart Mike MozartOver 100 animal welfare violations were discovered at one of PetSmart’s suppliers. Thankfully, PetSmart decided to end its business relations with the horrific animal mill. Sign this petition and thank PetSmart for making the compassionate choice.

Success: Retailer Commits to Stop Selling Eggs From Caged Hens

Chickens-in-battery-cages-by-MaqiA major food retailer has decided to ban eggs from caged hens, but these eggs will slowly phase out in the stores in the span of nine years. Sign this petition to thank the retailer for deciding to only sell cage-free eggs, but to also urge the company to immediately ban eggs from caged hens.

Success: Bull Stabbing Festival Banned

Bull jackmac34Every year during the Toro de la Vega festival, men on foot and horseback would chase, torture, stab, beat and kill a lone, innocent bull. Thankfully, the government has put an end to this atrocity and banned the festival. Sign this petition and thank the government for ending this barbaric event.

Success: Lonely Chimp at Roadside Zoo Finally Retired to Sanctuary

Joe the chimpanzee has been stuck for years alone at a roadside zoo but now has finally been given the life he deserves. The chimpanzee now thrives at a sanctuary surrounded by nature and friends. Sign this petition to thank the zoo for finally retiring Joe from his life of imprisonment.

Success: Mexican Gray Wolves Protected From Extinction

gray-wolf-by-Eric-KilbyThe Mexican gray wolf will now be saved from extinction, thanks to a lawsuit requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to develop a plan. Applaud this win for animal conservation.

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