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- Founded: 1954
- President and CEO: Wayne Pacelle
- Chair of the Board: David O. Wiebers
- Supported by over 10 million AmericansOfficial Site: About Us
- Headquarters: Washington, DC
- Phone number: (202) 452-1100
- Treated 24,078 animals in 2007Official Site: 2007 HSUS Annual Report (2.4MB)
- Revenue (2007): $120.6 millionOfficial Site: 2007 HSUS Annual Report (2.4MB)
- Staff: 438 in 2007Official Site: 2007 HSUS Annual Report (2.4MB)
- Publications: All Animals Magazine, Animal Sheltering Magazine
- "Kindred Spirits" program allows donations in memory of family members and/or pets
- Humane Society International formed in 1991
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The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is the largest animal protection organization in America, advocating the humane treatment of animals and pets. The primary issues concerning the HSUS are animal cruelty practices such as dogfighting, cockfighting, puppy mills, seal clubbing and the fur trade.Official Site: About Us
In March 2009, it was revealed that the Humane Society had conducted a nine-month long undercover investigation of the New Iberia Research Center, part of the University of Louisiana campus, and the alleged "horrific" treatment of the lab's primates.ABC News: Ex-Employees Claim 'Horrific' Treatment of Primates at Lab
2008 Beef Recall
The HSUS conducted an investigation into abusive practices at the Westland Meat Company leading to the largest USDA beef recall in U.S. history in February, 2008. They were later criticized for waiting to release the video footage from their investigation.The New York Times: Humane Society Criticized in Meat Quality Scandal (February 27, 2008)-
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The Humane Society of the United States Questions
How much does the President of the United States earn per year? 3 AnswersPresident Obama currently earns $400,000 per year, along with a $50,000 expense account, a $100,000 nontaxable travel account and $19,000 for entertainment. read more
Will Puerto Rico become the 51st state of the United States? 2 AnswersIt will not become the 51st state, Puerto Rico will not ever really be such a close part of the US read more
What are the best out patient treatment centers for alcoholism in the United States? 2 AnswersThe Betty Ford Center. A newer one is Narcanon which was started by the Church of Scientology. I would recommend The Betty Ford Center. read more
When was the writ of habeas corpus suspended in the United States? 3 Answers1) and 2) and 3) a)Habeas corpus was suspended on December 7th, 1941 The writ was suspended in Hawaii during World War II, pursuant to a section of the Hawaiian... read more
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