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ASPCA Urges Pet Owners to Plan Ahead for Disasters

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:35:00 GMT

New research reveals more than one-third of pet owners don’t have an emergency plan

(PRWeb August 30, 2011)

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ASPCA Elects Mary Jo White to Chair of the Board

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 20:00:00 GMT

Top Litigator and Former U.S. Attorney to Head Board of Leading National Animal Welfare Organization

(PRWeb June 22, 2011)

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ASPCA, Joplin Humane Society to Host Weekend Adopt-a-thon for Joplin Tornado Pets

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:00:00 GMT

Nearly 600 cats and dogs looking for permanent homes during major pet adoption event June 25 – 26

(PRWeb June 17, 2011)

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ASPCA Establishes Emergency $500K Grant Fund for Animal Welfare Groups in Wake of Natural Disasters Across the U.S.

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

"Rachael’s Rescue" Joins the Effort; Animal Welfare Organizations Encouraged to Apply

(PRWeb June 09, 2011)

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ASPCA Launches National Relocation Program for Shelter Animals

Thu, 12 May 2011 07:00:00 GMT

ASPCA's New “Animal Relocation Initiative” Begins with Transport of Shelter Animals from Regions Affected by Floods, Tornados

(PRWeb May 12, 2011)

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ASPCA Gears Up for a Bigger $100K Challenge in 2011

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 14:30:00 GMT

Animal Shelters Nationwide Encouraged to Apply for Spot in Unique Contest

(PRWeb March 04, 2011)

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ASPCA Announces Groundbreaking Research Study Underscoring Importance of Animal Cruelty Law Enforcement

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 15:51:07 GMT

A groundbreaking research study just released by the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) stresses the critical role that animal services and animal cruelty investigations play in communities nationwide while pointing out the obstacles that law enforcement professionals face in responding to animal abuse.

(PRWeb December 15, 2010)

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ASPCA Appoints Animal Fighting Specialist Terry Mills to Combat Blood Sports in U.S.

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 20:40:11 GMT

New Research Supports Need to Tackle Cruel, Illegal Practice of Animal Fighting

(PRWeb December 13, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/12/prweb4892944.htm

Humane Society of Boulder Valley Wins ASPCA’s $100K Challenge

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 23:12:57 GMT

Organization Saves 2,640 Lives during Three-Month Contest

(PRWeb December 01, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/12/prweb4856184.htm

ASPCA® Names Dr. Steven R. Hansen Chief Operating Officer

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:18:41 GMT

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today announced the promotion of Dr. Steven R. Hansen to the new position of Chief Operating Officer. Dr. Hansen will oversee all ASPCA program areas, as well as a majority of the organization’s infrastructure teams. He will report directly to ASPCA President & CEO Ed Sayres.

(PRWeb July 21, 2010)

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The Louisiana SPCA Announces the Gulf Coast Companion Animal Relief Program, Providing Relief to People and Pets Affected by the BP Oil Disaster

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:58:21 GMT

Generous Grant from ASPCA to Provide Free Pet Care to Residents Affected by Oil Spill

(PRWeb July 12, 2010)

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Hundreds of Cats at Pennsylvania Animal Sanctuary Rescued by ASPCA With Assistance from American Humane Association & PetSmart Charities

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®), at the request of the Elk County Humane Society, is removing approximately 400 cats living in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions from a sanctuary known as the Animal Friends of Elk and Cameron Counties in St. Mary’s, Pa., with assistance of responders from the American Humane Association and PetSmart Charities, Inc.

(PRWeb June 25, 2010)

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Dog-Fighting DNA Database Breaks New Ground in Crackdown on Animal Cruelty

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT

The nation’s first criminal dog-fighting DNA database has been established by the American Society for the “Canine CODIS” Technology Unveiled by ASPCA, Humane Society of Missouri, Louisiana SPCA & University of California, Davis

(PRWeb June 16, 2010)

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ASPCA Unveils New Animal Transport Trailer For Large-Scale Animal Rescue

Sat, 05 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) will unveil its Animal Transport Trailer, a custom-built, 60-foot-long vehicle designed to respond quickly to large-scale animal rescue operations across the country.

(PRWeb June 05, 2010)

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The ASPCA Issues Statement Regarding the Office of the Inspector General's Audit of Large-Scale Dog Breeder Industry

Thu, 27 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT

May 26, 2010

(PRWeb May 27, 2010)

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ASPCA Names Elizabeth J. Estroff SVP of Communications

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Former Head of Communications for Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Joins Nation’s Leading Animal Welfare Organization.

(PRWeb April 14, 2010)

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ASPCA Announces Million Dollar Rescuing Racers Initiative

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Major Grants Will Save Retired Racehorses Across the Country

(PRWeb March 03, 2010)

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ASPCA Rescues 25 Dogs from Horrific Conditions in Ga.

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Alleged fighting dogs left to starve

(PRWeb February 18, 2010)

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ASPCA Joins Animal Relief Coalition for Haiti (ARCH)

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 08:01:00 GMT

ASPCA Pledges Resources to Address Needs of Haiti Earthquake’s Animal Victims

(PRWeb January 17, 2010)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ASPCA_ARCH/Haiti_earthquake/prweb3458424.htm

ASPCA Names Tim Rickey as Senior Director of Field Investigations & Response

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) has appointed Tim Rickey as Senior Director of its newly created Field Investigations and Response team, effective January 4, 2010.

(PRWeb January 05, 2010)

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ASPCA Issues Statement on Euthanasia of Oreo

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) issues a statement from President and CEO Ed Sayres prompted by today’s euthanasia of Oreo, a victim of animal cruelty.

(PRWeb November 14, 2009)

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ASPCA Announces Winners of the 2009 Humane Awards

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Piano-playing Cat and Undercover Agents Among Winners to be Honored at Upcoming Event

(PRWeb October 16, 2009)

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Marines Enlist Help of ASPCA Animal Behavior Experts

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Team of Experts to Assess Behavior of Dogs in Danger of Breed Ban

(PRWeb September 29, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2956084.htm

ASPCA Responds to Michael Vick Interview on '60 Minutes'

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Ed Sayres, President and CEO of The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) issued the following statement regarding Michael Vick's interview with "60 Minutes."

(PRWeb August 22, 2009)

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ASPCA President & CEO Issues Statement Following Philadelphia Eagles' Signing Of Michael Vick To 2-Year Contract

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Ed Sayres, President and CEO of The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) issued the following statement today following the announcement that Michael Vick has signed a two-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles.

(PRWeb August 14, 2009)

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ASPCA Issues Comment on Reinstatement of Michael Vick to NFL

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today issued a statement from ASPCA President and CEO Ed Sayres in response to suspended NFL star and convicted dogfighter Michael Vick's conditional reinstatement to the National Football League.

(PRWeb July 28, 2009)

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ASPCA® and Mayor's Office Take on Animal Cruelty in Baltimore

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

New task force seeks justice for victims, looks to prevent future crimes

(PRWeb July 09, 2009)

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ASPCA® Releases New Data Concerning Spot-On Flea and Tick Control

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:01:00 GMT

Cats more susceptible to major illness as a result of inappropriate use.

(PRWeb June 03, 2009)

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ASPCA® Kicks Off Nationwide 'Go Orange for Animals' Campaign

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Nation's First Humane Organization Celebrates Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month this April

(PRWeb April 07, 2009)

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ASPCA Gets Ready to 'Go Orange for Animals'

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Nation's First Humane Organization Celebrates Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month this April

(PRWeb March 02, 2009)

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Ringling Brothers Stands Trial in Federal Court for Alleged Elephant Abuse

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 17:09:20 GMT

On Monday, Oct. 27, the plaintiffs, including the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Animal Welfare Institute, Fund for Animals, Born Free USA united with Animal Protection Institute, and former Ringling Bros. employee Tom Rider are scheduled to present their case in federal district court in Washington D.C. The case No. is 03-2006.

(PRWeb October 23, 2008)

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ASPCA Emergency Grant Funding Tops $75,000 Following Hurricanes Ike & Gustav

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:30:00 GMT

Pre-Assessment Funding for Ike Aftermath Already at $25,000.

(PRWeb September 17, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/09/prweb1347294.htm

ASPCA Deploys Disaster Response Team to Assist in Animal Evacuations, Sheltering in Anticipation of Hurricane Gustav

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 19:50:00 GMT

The ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) has deployed a team of disaster response experts to assist the state of Louisiana in pre- and post-storm evacuation and sheltering in anticipation of Hurricane Gustav. Louisiana state officials have declared a pre-storm State of Emergency, and Gustav is a Category 3 Hurricane that could make landfall as early as Monday morning, September 1.

(PRWeb August 30, 2008)

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Animal Protection Groups Ask Federal Court to Halt Ringling Bros.’ Cruel Chaining and Confinement of Endangered Asian Elephants

Wed, 21 May 2008 23:46:40 GMT

Today, a coalition of animal protection organizations and a former Ringling Bros. employee asked a federal district court in Washington D.C. to immediately order a halt to Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus (Ringling Bros.)’s cruel practice of shackling and confining endangered Asian elephants for days on end in a manner that prevents them from walking or even turning around in place.

(PRWeb May 21, 2008)

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ASPCA Receives Award from U.S. Attorney for its Assistance in 2007 Investigation and Prosecution of Michael Vick Case

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:16:43 GMT

Four key staff members of the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) were recognized today for their invaluable assistance in the 2007 federal investigation of former NFL star Michael Vick, in a private award ceremony presided over by United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, Chuck Rosenberg.

(PRWeb April 10, 2008)

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How Much is that Doggie in the Window?

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 07:00:00 GMT

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) releases updates to estimated costs of pet ownership.

(PRWeb March 12, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/03/prweb765254.htm

Get Out a Different Vote: Let’s Hear it for Heroic Pets and People!

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Primary Season Heats Up as the ASPCA Seeks Nominations for 2008 Humane Awards

(PRWeb February 18, 2008)

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ASPCA Announces New Chapter In Humane Education

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Henry’s Book Club for children launches online.

(PRWeb February 04, 2008)

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As Curtain Comes Down on Michael Vick Case With Final Sentencing Hearing ASPCA Releases Names of Behavior Evaluations Team, Thanks All Involved

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 15:00:00 GMT

With today’s sentencing hearing in Richmond, Va., of dogfighter Oscar E. Allen, who pleaded guilty in October 2007 to the same dogfighting conspiracy charge as suspended NFL quarterback Michael Vick and his other co-defendants, the curtain comes down on one of the most talked-about stories of 2007; one that shone a spotlight on the brutal blood sport of dogfighting.

(PRWeb January 25, 2008)

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ASPCA and NFL Team Up to Fight Animal Cruelty

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 15:49:20 GMT

New public service announcement features Jason Taylor of Miami Dolphins.

(PRWeb December 20, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/12/prweb588482.htm