The Humane Society of the United States is the nation’s largest animal protection organization, rated the most effective by its peers. Since 1954, The HSUS has been fighting for the protection of all animals through advocacy, education, and hands-on programs. This organization rescuse and care for tens of thousands of animals each year, and for every pet that is adopted from the Human Society, one more pet and one more life is saved from cruelty. Tens of thousands of animals are adopted into good homes thanks to the Humane Society. To adopt a rescued animal, please visit your local Humane Society.