Demand the immediate release of 36 beagles by signing the petition from The Humane Society.

Over 60,000 dogs are used in toxicity tests and research every year in the United States. One of The Humane Society’s undercover investigators recently captured multiple studies, including a one-year pesticide test on 36 beagles contracted by Dow AgroSciences at a Michigan lab. This cruel and unnecessary testing includes the force-feeding of pesticides to the dogs, who are otherwise held in practically barren cages. There is no way out for dogs like these. The dogs who don't die from the poison throughout the tests are scheduled to be euthanized in early July.

Learn more and sign the petition at: https://blog.humanesociety.org/2019/03/hsus-undercover-investigation-shows-beagles-being-poisoned-with-pesticides-and-drugs-killed-at-animal-testing-lab.html

Source: The Humane Society

National K9 Veterans Day, March 13, is a day set aside to honor commemorate the service and sacrifices of American military and working dogs throughout history.

It was on March 13, 1942, that the Army began training for its new War Dog Program, also known as the "K-9 Corps," according to American Humane, marking the first time that dogs were officially a part of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Show your support by using hashtag #NationalK9VeteransDay on social media.

Photo Credit: US Air Force

Many people think that cuddling dogs or feeding the cats are the only ways to help animals in rescue or shelters. Consider the many talents that a shelter or rescue organization could benefit from.

Here are a few ideas to consider to help animals in need in your area:

1. Find your local animal shelter or rescue organization. You can just do a google search, or use websites such as http://www.petfinder.com to help you locate them.

2. If you only have 5 minutes, there are many organizations which have Amazon wish lists setup. It’s easy to go online and purchase products that they are in need of. To get you started, here’s a link to Best Friends Animal Society’s wish lists: https://bestfriends.org/donate/other-ways-give/wish-list

3. If you have hours of time to give, most local rescues and shelters allow for volunteers. Volunteer activities can include the more traditional activities, like walking dogs or feeding the animals, to social media assistance or office-type work that must get done.

There are many ways to help depending on your time and talents!