American Humane

The American Humane Association

The mission of the American Humane Association, as a network of individuals and organizations, is to prevent cruelty, abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children and animals and to assure that their interests and well-being are fully, effectively, and humanely guaranteed by an aware and caring society.

Lance's Story

Lance and Krukker are both Guinea Pig and were adopted from Cavy Care, a no-kill guinea pig rescue in Aurora, Colorado on December 15, 2004. They were very timid and very quiet for the first weeks in their new residence. This soon would change.

Audie's Story

Audie is a very special 4-year-old Golden Retriever. Audie wears “two hats” in that he is a Service Dog first, and then when he is off duty he enjoys visiting as a Delta Pet Partner.

Second Chance Fund

What is the Second Chance Fund? The medical costs of treating and rehabilitating an abused animal can easily become overwhelming for any animal welfare organization -- particularly when long-term care is necessary. The Second Chance Fund is one way American Humane works to support member organizations in their vital work. By providing financial assistance, in select cases, to animal welfare organizations responsible for the temporary care of animals as they are prepared for adoption into permanent, loving homes, the program provides animal victims of abuse or neglect with a second chance at life.

Pets Make Great Office Mates

Bringing your pet to the office is a new trend. Since more than 60 percent of Americans own animals and consider them family members, it doesn't sound too far fetched. This blog post from American Humane explains the benefits and joys of sharing your work space with man's best friend.

How do I Help an abused Animal?

How Do I Help an Animal?

The poor dog chained in your neighbor’s backyard looks underfed.

The man next door beats his dog whenever it digs a hole in the yard or chews on the lawn furniture.

You witness a neighbor's child put his cat in a box and then kick it around the yard.

All Fur, No Fluff: ‘Pet Therapy’ Should Be Taken Seriously

The power of the human-animal bond is amazing. It forges relationships, inspires breakthroughs and can improve your health. American Humane shares the details of animal-assisted interventions in this blog post that will warm your heart.