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Cats bring joy and companionship to millions of people. Here's how you can take care of them.

Dogs are the canine companions who have shared our lives for millennia.

Fish are aquatic animals who live in diverse habitats.

Guinea pigs are gentle, curious pets.

Hamsters are desert-dwelling rodents who have become popular pets.

Manatees are large, gentle marine mammals who eat only aquatic plants.

Mice and rats are curious, social animals who can make excellent pets.

Members of the weasel family, otters are known for their elongated bodies, webbed feet and playful antics, particularly their love of sliding down rocks, banks or waterfalls.

Sporting their tux-with-tails plumage, penguins are one of Earth’s most charismatic and recognizable birds.

These shy, gentle animals share our neighborhoods—and sometimes our homes.

Whales are awe-inspiring giants of the sea.

Because beauty should be kind.

To make sure there’s a family for every pet—and help keep pets in the loving homes they have.

By honoring the love people have for their pets.

To make the ocean safer for those who call it home.

It's a myth that going outside is a requirement for feline happiness. Playing regularly with a cat and providing their entertaining toys can easily satisfy their stalking instinct, keep them stimulated and provide the exercise they need to stay healthy and happy. It also keeps local wildlife safe...

Do your homework So you’ve decided to add a new pet to your family. First, you should answer some questions: What kind of pet will be the best fit for your household? Do you have enough time to devote to the daily needs of a dog? Is there someone in your household who is allergic? What about a non...

Across the country, entire communities ban or restrict dogs because of their breed or perceived breed. The HSUS opposes such public policies as inhumane and ineffective. There is no evidence that breed-specific laws reduce dog bites or attacks on people and they divert resources from more effective...

Are animal experiments being conducted in your city/state or at your university or alma mater? Use the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s public search tool to find out! The Animal Welfare Act requires facilities in the U.S. that conduct experiments* on certain animals** to register with the...

Contents How many animals are used in experiments each year? Which animals are used in experiments? What kinds of experiments are animals used in? What kinds of institutions use animals in experiments? Where do laboratories get the animals they use in experiments? What is life like for animals in...