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10/14/2026

Prairie dog translocations are important for the survival of the endangered black-footed ferret, the continued existence of prairie dogs, as well as 62 additional species (find those at humaneworld.org/sites/default/files/docs/swap_species.pdf) associated with both of them. Last month, the Humane World for Animals Prairie Dog Team, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and Southern Plains Land Trust (SPLT) translocated prairie dogs from at-risk private land into a black-footed ferret conservation zone on a SPLT wildlife preserve in Southeastern Colorado. Scroll through these images to learn how we did it.

10/14/2026

This couldn’t come at a better time, since the European Union is now considering a ban on all fur farming. We urge the European Commission to note Woolrich’s announcement as an indicator of changing times and end this archaic trade once and for all.

Fur cruelty is going out of fashion before our eyes.

10/12/2026

A special wildlife moment from one of our Wildlife Land Trust properties! 🐻🌲

While monitoring a Vermont property, Lin Huebner was fortunate to encounter a mother bear and her three cubs exploring the landscape. Sightings like this are a powerful reminder of why protecting habitat matters.

When we conserve land, we provide safe places for wildlife to feed, raise their young, and thrive. Every protected acre helps ensure that future generations of bears and countless other species will continue to have a place to call home.

Thank you, Lin, for helping us steward these important lands for wildlife! Find out more at www.wildlifelandtrust.org.

10/12/2026

After shopping it around the country, monied trophy hunting and trapping interests are now promoting a measure in Colorado that could give the cruelest wildlife killing methods constitutional force for generations to come. Coloradoans should vote NO on this dangerous amendment, and others should read more about how it may be headed to your state next:

We recently called out the Trump administration’s push expand access to hunting as an insult to animals and the wild spaces that all Americans share. And in Colorado, we are seeing a similar war on wildlife play out with Amendment 83, which is on the ballot for voters to consider in November. The ...

10/08/2026

As winter in the Northern Hemisphere approaches, our wild neighbors like raccoons, squirrels, deer and birds begin changing their behavior in response to colder conditions and its impact on their food availability. Check out our tips to help you safely and humanely coexist with wildlife during the colder months:

Wildlife experts explain what to expect as wild animals adapt to seasonal changes

10/07/2026

Because she was rescued at such a young age, Elsa--named after a character from the movie "Frozen"--was able to grow into a healthy, spirited tiger in the sanctuary of our Black Beauty Ranch. Unfortunately, this is not the typical outcome for animals affected by the wild animal pet trade. You can help end the cruelty by signing the pledge on today's blog to avoid attractions that offer interactions with wild animals:

In 2021, during a severe snowstorm in San Antonio, Texas, authorities received a strange phone call. A concerned citizen in a neighborhood near Interstate 35 reported hearing the distressed cries of some kind of animal nearby. When authorities arrived, they quickly realized this would not be a typic...

10/05/2026

Switzerland’s move should become a watershed moment to end the fur industry once and for all. It is high time for politicians in other countries to follow the lead. Details on today's blog:

Switzerland has made history. Now it's time for other countries to follow suit.

09/29/2026

09/28/2026

Meet the unsung heroes of your garden - tiny, busy mammals like shrews, moles, and voles who quietly till the soil, control pests, and help plants grow strong. They might be small, but their impact is mighty! Discover why giving these underground gardeners some space is the smartest move for a thriving yard.

Little mammals play a big role in healthy gardens.

09/23/2026

It's 2026. The American public should not have to remind this administration that lead is dangerous to animals and humans at any level, that the discredited practice of "predator control" does not work, and that wildlife watchers now vastly outnumber and outspend hunters nationwide. But, here we are. More details on today's blog:

Last week, President Trump issued a new executive order directing federal agencies to expand hunting and permit the use of lead am******on and fishing tackle on public lands. The order is called: “Reinvigorating America’s Hunting Heritage.” And it is a farce. Make no mistake: This is all part ...