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August 21, 2008

Animal Issues from Humane Society International

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Photo - tiger2008 Olympic Games: All eyes on China

With the spotlight on China during the Olympics, you may want to find out where the country stands on different animal issues. Learn more about tiger protection, the ivory trade, and two recent conferences HSI supported on animal advocacy and farm animal welfare in China.

Dr. Peter Li, our specialist on animal welfare in China, shares his thoughts on the future of animal welfare in the country.

Photo - dolphinJapan Dolphin Day 2008

On September 3, people around the world will protest Japan’s cruel dolphin drive fisheries, in which families of dolphins are rounded up and slaughtered. Read more…

Join a protest in your city, or take action online.

Photo - sharksSharks need protection, too

Millions of sharks are killed around the world each year, often just for their fins. HSI is working to create stronger policies to protect sharks while also reducing demand for their fins. Our latest win: Taiwan’s National Palace Museum has agreed to stop serving shark fin soup. Read more…

Take the No Shark Fin pledge, and view HSI’s campaign resources.

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