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U.S. Research Chimps Heading to New Homes (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Clearing the last legislative hurdle, U.S. research chimps now head to peaceful retirements at sanctuaries.

Crushing the Ivory Trade (Op-Ed)
By Cristián Samper, CEO published
In order to crush the ivory trade, nations are taking strong action.

How 'Truffula' Trees Will Preserve the Sahel (Op-Ed)
By William Foote, CEO published
Initiatives to market African tree products are taking root.

The World's Most Dangerous Band Promotes Shelter Pets (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
As adoption rates increase, fewer adoptable shelter animals are being euthanized.

Hunt Club Auctions Opportunity to Kill Endangered Rhino (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Despite critically endangered status, black rhino to be hunted by U.S. club.

Can New Rules Finally End Pet-Treat Poisonings? (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Can new standards keep poisons out of pet foods?

With Bobcat Protections, California Continues to Lead (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
California, with its record on protecting wildlife, is an example for other states.

Slaughterhouses Aren't the Solution for Horse Overpopulation (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Leadership of the Navajo Nation recently changed course to oppose wild horse slaughter.

As Constrictor Attacks Continue, Look to the Snake Trade (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
It's time to restrict the trade on constrictors.

When People and Wildlife Conflict, Humane Solutions Work Best (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
For that raccoon living in the chimney, there are humane solutions.

Cat Overpopulation Spawning Novel Rescue Approach (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Is there a humane solution to the shelter-cat population boom?

Internet Pet Dealers Finally Face Oversight (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Pets sold online finally get the protections they deserve.

Gestation Crates Have No Place in U.S. Food Production (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Nationwide, gestation crates are falling out of favor.

States Take Steps to Prevent Zombie Deer and Poisoned Condors (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Can new laws help stop the spread of chronic wasting disease in deer?

Conserving Water, the Driving Force of Nature (Op-Ed)
By Carter Roberts, CEO published
Water can be protected if local and global interests work together.

Dogs to Prairie Dogs, Animals Need Rescue from Disaster (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
When disaster strikes, wildlife and pets both have rescuers on call.

A Blueprint for Ending the Euthanasia of Healthy Animals (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
California is making great strides toward ending the euthanasia of shelter animals, will other states follow suit?

Can Farmers Cry Wolf and then Pocket the Cash? (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Is it fair to compensate farmers when they don't take necessary steps to protect their flocks?

Chimp-Painted Art is Expressive, Even When Painted by Tongue (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Chimp art may soon bring top dollar at auction.

Sharks Gain Protections in India, Will U.S. Follow Suit? (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
After India grants protections to sharks, will U.S. courts do the same?

Dogfighting Bust, 3 Years in the Making, Marks Transformational Change (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Massive raid across four states is part of a growing effort to eradicate dog fighting.

Lead in Discarded Bullets a Hazard for People and Wildlife (Op-Ed)
By Wayne Pacelle, CEO published
Bullets still a danger even after they've been fired, killing more than 130 animal species in the wild.

Saving the Planet is Good Business (Op-Ed)
By Neville Isdell, CEO, Carter Roberts, CEO published
Businesses are benefiting from being environmental stewards.
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