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ASPCA Joins Animal Relief Coalition for Haiti (ARCH)

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 00:01:00 GMT

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

(PRWeb January 17, 2010)

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ASPCA Responds to Michael Vick Interview on '60 Minutes'

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 00:00:00 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 00:00:00 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 00:00:00 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 00:00:00 GMT

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

(PRWeb July 09, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ASPCA/Baltimore/prweb2620534.htm

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

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:01:00 GMT

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

(PRWeb June 03, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/aspca/flea_control_products/prweb2492584.htm

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

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT

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

(PRWeb April 07, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/04/prweb2304194.htm

ASPCA Gets Ready to 'Go Orange for Animals'

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:01:00 GMT

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

(PRWeb March 02, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ASPCA_go_orange/for_animals/prweb2194814.htm

Ringling Brothers Stands Trial in Federal Court for Alleged Elephant Abuse

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:09:20 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 07:30:00 GMT

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

(PRWeb September 17, 2008)

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

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 12:50:00 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 16:46:40 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 09:16:43 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 00:00:00 GMT

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

(PRWeb March 12, 2008)

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

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 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 00:00:00 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 07:00:00 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 07:49:20 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

Positive Press for American Pit Bull Terrier: ASPCA and Animal Farm Foundation Launch Meet Your Match™ 'Adopt-a-Bull' Contest

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 13:08:23 GMT

Highlighting pit bull adoption success stories.

(PRWeb December 14, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ASPCA/Animal_Farm_Foundation/prweb576808.htm

ASPCA Helps Art Imitate Life

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 08:53:34 GMT

Organization’s anti-cruelty experts consulted on upcoming “CSI” episode on dog fighting scheduled to air December 13th.

(PRWeb December 13, 2007)

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ASPCA Unveils Mobile Animal Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Unit

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 05:51:08 GMT

ASPCA also announces additional initiatives in its ongoing commitment to fight animal cruelty.

(PRWeb December 11, 2007)

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ASPCA Applauds Today’s Strong and Appropriate Sentencing of Michael Vick

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 10:57:05 GMT

Proud to Have Assisted Throughout the Investigation and Its Aftermath

(PRWeb December 10, 2007)

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ASPCA’s Nationally-Recognized Anti-Cruelty Experts -- Dr. Randall Lockwood, SVP Anti-Cruelty Initiatives and Officer Annemarie Lucas, Star of “Animal Precinct”

Sat, 08 Dec 2007 05:30:00 GMT

To Be Available for Animal Cruelty-related Interviews Before/After Michael Vick’s Scheduled Sentencing Hearing in Richmond, Va.

(PRWeb December 08, 2007)

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ASPCA and Cops Office Work Together to Help Police Stop Dogfighting

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 11:50:19 GMT

(PRWeb December 07, 2007)

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Joy To The World, And Our Pets

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 08:43:37 GMT

ASPCA Offers Alternatives to Pet Store Purchases; Reminds Pet Owners How to Keep Cats and Dogs Happy, Healthy this Holiday Season.

(PRWeb December 03, 2007)

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ASPCA Applauds Strong Sentencing of Michael Vick’s Co-Defendants Today: Justice Is Being Served

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 13:48:58 GMT

(PRWeb November 30, 2007)

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ASPCA Issues Statement on Controversy Around Ellen DeGeneres' Adoption and Re-Homing of Family Dog

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 16:19:17 GMT

The ASPCA® today responded to media reports and overwhelming public inquiries regarding the situation of Iggy, the dog adopted by Ellen DeGeneres from the Los Angeles-based rescue group Mutts & Moms, who was recently removed from Ms. DeGeneres’ hairdresser’s home after the rescue group learned of the re-homing that was conducted without its knowledge or prior approval as specified in its adoption contract.

(PRWeb October 17, 2007)

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ASPCA® Announces Winners of 2007 Humane Awards

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 12:51:46 GMT

Heroic cat and dog among winners to be honored at Rainbow Room

(PRWeb October 02, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/10/prweb558152.htm

ASPCA-led Expert Behaviorists Provide Recommendations to USDA On Disposition of Dogs Seized in Michael Vick Case

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 07:32:14 GMT

Following a motion filed yesterday by the U. S. Attorney’s Office on the recommended disposition of 49 pit bulls seized in the Michael Vick case (Case # 307CV397), the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today thanked the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Attorney’s Office for the opportunity to lead the behavior evaluations that resulted in these recommendations, as well as the behaviorists who contributed their expertise during this process.

(PRWeb October 02, 2007)

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ASPCA Survey Reveals How You're "Feline" about Life with Your Cats

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMT

Overwhelming public response -- nearly 12,000! -- sheds light on people and their cats.

(PRWeb September 18, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ASPCA/Cat_Survey/prweb554193.htm

ASPCA® Asks Court to Add Former Ringling Bros. Employees as Plaintiffs in Lawsuit Against “Greatest Show on Earth”

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 08:37:42 GMT

Ex-Ringling workers provide eyewitness accounts of routine elephant abuse. Coincidentally, Judge also dismisses Ringling’s Motion for Permission to File Civil Rico lawsuit against ASPCA and other animal welfare groups.

(PRWeb August 30, 2007)

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ASPCA Elaborates on Pit Bull Evaluations -- Announces Bad Rap as Partner Public Interest in Fate of Seized Dogs Overwhelming

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 00:01:00 GMT

With overwhelming public concern in the fate of the dogs seized from Michael Vick's Surry County, Va., property, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today provided the following information on the upcoming evaluations of the dogs, as well as the nature of assistance it is providing to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

(PRWeb August 29, 2007)

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As Michael Vick Pleads Guilty to Federal Indictment, ASPCA Reveals Its Role in Federal Investigation

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 10:54:16 GMT

ASPCA will continue to assist federal investigators in evaluations of seized dogs.

(PRWeb August 27, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Michael_Vick/ASPCA/prweb549516.htm

ASPCA Applauds Strong and Swift NFL Response to Michael Vick's Guilty Plea

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 00:01:00 GMT

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today applauded NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's strong and decisive action in suspending Michael Vick without pay, effective immediately, from the League.

(PRWeb August 25, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/animal_cruelty/Michael_Vick/prweb549268.htm

ASPCA Confirms Role in the Evaluation of Dogs Seized in the Michael Vick Case

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 14:15:19 GMT

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today confirmed that it is assisting the USDA in the evaluation of the dogs seized from Michael Vick's Surry County, Va., property. Further details are not possible at this time.

(PRWeb August 23, 2007)

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ASPCA Responds to EPA Study That Reveals Possible Connection Between Common Household Pollutant and Feline Hyperthyroidism

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 00:01:00 GMT

ASPCA (http://www.aspca.org) urges cat owners to be aware of possible domestic dangers.

(PRWeb August 22, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ASPCA/EPA_study/prweb548600.htm

ASPCA Responds to News Reports of Michael Vick Accepting Plea Agreement: Applauds Swift and Thorough Federal Investigative Efforts

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 14:59:58 GMT

Responding to breaking news that NFL quarterback Michael Vick has accepted a plea agreement in his federal dog fighting case,* the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today applauded the thorough and speedy federal investigation into this case by the U. S. Attorney’s office and the USDA.

(PRWeb August 20, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ASPCA/Michael_Vick/prweb548095.htm

ASPCA Announces Launch of 'ASPCA Collection' in Shopko Stores Across Nation

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 13:16:00 GMT

The Pet Travel & Safety Product Line are “What they’d ask for, if they could”™.

(PRWeb July 25, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ASPCA/Shopko/prweb542622.htm

Aspca Joins Forces With Fresh Step® Litter

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 00:01:00 GMT

Partnership to raise awareness of cats & kittens that need loving homes begins in Adopt-A-Shelter Cat Month in June.

(PRWeb June 05, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ASPCA/Clorox/prweb530879.htm

ASPCA Marks 141st Anniversary with ASPCA Day!

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 00:01:00 GMT

Country's First Animal Welfare Organization Kicks off Nationwide 'Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month'

(PRWeb March 06, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/aspca/animal_welfare/prweb509506.htm