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In July, the US FWS and NOAA Fisheries finalized a rule removing ...

2026-08-18T13:44:37Z

In July, the US FWS and NOAA Fisheries finalized a rule removing the Endangered Species Act’s long-standing regulatory definition of “harm," making it easier to destroy an endangered species' habitat, despite FoA's steadfast opposition.

Since 1975, that definition has recognized that destroying the habitat endangered species rely on to feed, breed, and raise their young can be just as harmful as directly killing them—a principle the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed in 1995. FoA submitted comments on the proposed regulation to help build the record against this rollback.

Now, we are asking our supporters to contact your members of Congress and urge them to support H.R. 9901, which reestablishes strong ESA protections.

Read more about the new rule, and what you can do to help stop it: http://friendsofanimals.org/we-need-your-help-asking.../

Wildlife rehabbers everywhere are unsung heroes! For our latest ...

2026-07-27T16:01:41Z

Wildlife rehabbers everywhere are unsung heroes!

For our latest People Who Inspire column, FoA Vice President of Development Dustin Rhodes caught up with Rita McMahon, cofounder of NYC's Wild Bird Fund, which typically treats around 7,000 animals per year. Everything from common house sparrows and eastern gray squirrels to rarities such as Virginia rails and snow owls!

Read the interview here: https://friendsofanimals.org/new-york-city-is-for-the-birds/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTUXs1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeiMbr4tMPWfGYcy12UTdkE_8XkdbD1I1rNLRmNZUSU4zsPF-hz0Kc0GQqvNo_aem_ZVl_VJPlPtKWtO3erS5XnQ

Jeers to the Makah Tribe for seeking a federal permit for a gray ...

2026-07-08T14:13:59Z

Jeers to the Makah Tribe for seeking a federal permit for a gray whale hunt, permitted by an 1855 treaty.

But FoA believes that a promise made nearly two centuries ago shouldn’t outweigh what we know today: that whales should never be hunted.

More here: https://friendsofanimals.org/jeers-makah-tribe-in-washington-state-seeks-whaling-permit/

In June, the NYC carriage trade claimed two lives in a week. City ...

2026-07-06T18:41:41Z

In June, the NYC carriage trade claimed two lives in a week. City Council can stop it.

Join FoA in NYC July 15, 9 a.m. at City Hall to rally and then at 10 a.m. to testify to end the deadly carriage trade and get 150 horses to sanctuaries.

More details: https://friendsofanimals.org/join-foa-in-nyc-july-15-to-rally-testify-to-end-the-deadly-carriage-horse-trade/

Extreme heat can turn deadly in minutes for our beloved dogs. ...

2026-07-02T16:17:49Z

Extreme heat can turn deadly in minutes for our beloved dogs. They rely on us to keep them safe. First off, it’s summer, so don’t take your dog on a shopping spree and leave them in a car. Read about some other simple precautions here: https://friendsofanimals.org/keep-dogs-homeand-other-tips-to-protect-pets-during-the-heatwave/

Despite growing global criticism and declining demand for whale ...

2026-07-01T15:53:17Z

Despite growing global criticism and declining demand for whale meat, Japan began its tortuous 2026 whaling season. We believe that Japan’s attitude toward whales is not only atrocious, but that the country should not be rewarded by profits from tourism!
https://friendsofanimals.org/boycott-japan/

This weekend, fireworks will fill the sky. But for animals, that ...

2026-06-30T20:42:24Z

This weekend, fireworks will fill the sky. But for animals, that means fear, stress, and danger.

Learn more about why it's wise to skip the celebrations this year, and about how one Connecticut town is rethinking this year's display. https://friendsofanimals.org/not-everyone-celebrates-fireworks/

Last week the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Roundup maker ...

2026-06-29T20:17:52Z

Last week the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Roundup maker Monsanto/Bayer. The chemicals replacing glyphosate in Roundup are 200 times more toxic than glyphosate and is classified as a highly hazardous pesticide. Read more: https://friendsofanimals.org/supreme-court-roundup-maker/

UPDATE on latest carriage horse tragedy. Public hearing scheduled ...

2026-06-18T18:16:49Z

UPDATE on latest carriage horse tragedy. Public hearing scheduled for Ryder’s Law in July. FoA will be there to testify. Read more here. https://friendsofanimals.org/nyc-carriage-trade-claims-two-lives-in-a-week-city-council-can-stop-it/

Update: There are reports of at least one teenager being injured

2026-06-17T20:57:23Z

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Update: There are reports of at least one teenager being injured

BREAKING NEWS: Another carriage horse accident today in New York ...

2026-06-17T20:34:25Z

BREAKING NEWS: Another carriage horse accident today in New York City. Passengers thrown, horse may be missing at the time of this post. Our work ahead - eliminating the carriage horse trade in NYC.

Elephants or any other wild animals are not political props or ...

2026-06-16T18:49:01Z

Elephants or any other wild animals are not political props or entertainment. That’s why we are jeering the Texas Republican Convention organizers for exploiting an African elephant at their recent event! https://friendsofanimals.org/jeerstexas/

FoA issued more than 40 free spay/ neuter certificates for cats ...

2026-06-16T14:43:07Z

FoA issued more than 40 free spay/ neuter certificates for cats and dogs to Richmond, Va., residents in need yesterday! Read about the promotion here: https://friendsofanimals.org/foas-spay-neuter-certificate-giveaway-helps-40-plus-richmond-residents/

Whether it’s entanglement by active or discarded fishing gear, ...

2026-06-15T19:28:37Z

Whether it’s entanglement by active or discarded fishing gear, it is unforgivable that North Atlantic right whales have to pay the price for the hazardous lobster industry with their lives. Tell Congress to protect right whales! https://friendsofanimals.org/protect-right-whales/

Last month, HHS Secretary RFK Jr. announced a sweeping new ...

2026-06-12T16:03:55Z

Last month, HHS Secretary RFK Jr. announced a sweeping new initiative to combat Lyme disease. When an agency promises to remove ticks from the bodies of wild animals at scale, it’s fair to ask: what exactly does this mean for those animals involved? https://friendsofanimals.org/lymedisease/

Whether you’re seeking refuge from the sun, or looking to enjoy ...

2026-06-12T15:23:37Z

Whether you’re seeking refuge from the sun, or looking to enjoy some summertime activities, it’s imperative that you’re mindful of your pet and their needs, too. Read more about keeping your dog safe and cool this summer here: https://friendsofanimals.org/its-hot-out-there-keep-your-pet-safe-in-a-heatwave/

3 DAYS AWAY! 🥳 On Monday 6/15, Friends of Animals is providing ...

2026-06-12T15:20:03Z

3 DAYS AWAY! 🥳 On Monday 6/15, Friends of Animals is providing 50 spay/neuter certificates to Richmond, Virginia residents in an effort to combat the dog and cat homelessness crisis. More info: https://friendsofanimals.org/richmond/

NYC streets have killed another horse. Legislation that would end ...

2026-06-11T19:43:08Z

NYC streets have killed another horse. Legislation that would end the carriage horse industry is being reintroduced today. We’re focusing our lobbying efforts on new Speaker Julie Menin and members of City Council, who have the power to save NYC’s horses. https://friendsofanimals.org/nyc-horses/

This summer, don’t take kids fishing and keep fish off your ...

2026-06-10T14:25:25Z

This summer, don’t take kids fishing and keep fish off your plate. In FoA President Priscilla Ferals’s newest In My View, she urges people to truly respect the health of the oceans, birds, and marine life. https://friendsofanimals.org/skip-fishing-camps-this-summer

We’re calling on our Rhode Island supporters to contact Gov. ...

2026-06-09T17:52:47Z

We’re calling on our Rhode Island supporters to contact Gov. Mckee and ask him to sign the rodenticide ban into law. We can’t let big industry/lobbying interests win over RI’s beloved eagles, owls, hawks and other wildlife. Read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/rhodeisland/

On this World Oceans Day, FoA is highlighting one of the ...

2026-06-08T19:18:37Z

On this World Oceans Day, FoA is highlighting one of the world's most overlooked crises: the krill industry, which threatens whales and destabilizes critical Antarctic habitat. https://friendsofanimals.org/krill/

Cheers! BREAKING: For the third consecutive time, the Arctic ...

2026-06-08T18:15:24Z

Cheers! BREAKING: For the third consecutive time, the Arctic Refuge lease sale has failed to generate real industry interest. No major oil companies. No credible path to the revenue this administration promised. —Alaska Wilderness League

In 2024, the USFWS approved a senseless plan to save northern ...

2026-06-03T14:19:40Z

In 2024, the USFWS approved a senseless plan to save northern spotted owls by advancing the mass slaughter of 450,000 barred owls over the next 30 years and FoA filed a lawsuit to stop it. We will be in court today, June 3, to stop the massacre. Read more: https://friendsofanimals.org/foa-in-court/

One way to be a responsible beach goer this summer is to use reef ...

2026-06-02T15:42:34Z

One way to be a responsible beach goer this summer is to use reef safe sunscreen! Read more about how some sunscreens pose a threat to marine life here: https://friendsofanimals.org/reef-safe/

On June 15, Friends of Animals will be providing 50 free spay/ ...

2026-06-01T20:24:20Z

On June 15, Friends of Animals will be providing 50 free spay/ neuter certificates to Richmond residents in need.

Experts point to lack of spay/neuter access as a root cause of overpopulation, and that’s exactly the gap we're working to close.
https://friendsofanimals.org/richmond/

Instead of focusing on issues that actually matter, infantile ...

2026-05-29T16:03:15Z

Instead of focusing on issues that actually matter, infantile politicians are using the word vegan as a political slur. Meanwhile, we're in a moment where it is paramount to protect our planet and the animals living on it. Talk about misaligned priorities.
https://friendsofanimals.org/jeers-to-candidates-using-vegan-as-a-political-slur/

Perhaps Trump’s abominable proposal to open 95% of wildlife ...

2026-05-28T18:45:53Z

Perhaps Trump’s abominable proposal to open 95% of wildlife refuges to hunting, is his wedding present to Don Jr., a grand gesture for missing his son’s wedding in the Bahamas last weekend. Don Jr. loves killing animals. https://friendsofanimals.org/trumps-latest-assault-on-wildlife-would-open-95-of-refuges-to-hunting/

We're thrilled a Long Island lake’s fireworks show has been ...

2026-05-28T14:58:59Z

We're thrilled a Long Island lake’s fireworks show has been canceled after outcry over bald eagles. We hope other communities will learn from this and forego fireworks this summer! These small explosive pyrotechnic devices terrorize wildlife & pets!
https://friendsofanimals.org/fireworks/

Cheers to Grammy-winning artist, and longtime vegan Billie Eilish ...

2026-05-26T20:08:08Z

Cheers to Grammy-winning artist, and longtime vegan Billie Eilish for doubling down on her comments, and for refusing to walk back what is true: that you can’t eat meat and claim to love animals.
https://friendsofanimals.org/cheers-to-billie-eilish-for-standing-up-to-backlash/

Hantavirus is in the news because of a cluster linked to cruise ...

2026-05-22T15:55:49Z

Hantavirus is in the news because of a cluster linked to cruise ship travel, and there's been an uptick in concern about rodents to supposedly control the outbreak. With the help of our ally Laura Kiesel, we’d like to clear up some confusion. https://friendsofanimals.org/hantavirus/

Celebrate freedom for all this Memorial Day by eating vegan! See ...

2026-05-20T18:52:26Z

Celebrate freedom for all this Memorial Day by eating vegan! See a list of our favorite vegan items to grill along with recipes for the best cookout sides here: https://friendsofanimals.org/memorialday/

Thank you to Hearst Newspapers for sharing our op-ed today, ...

2026-05-19T15:47:33Z

Thank you to Hearst Newspapers for sharing our op-ed today, celebrating the CT General Assembly's ban on the release of lighter-than-air balloons!

We're expecting Gov. Lamont to sign the bill into law and protect Connecticut's marine life!

https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/opinion/article/sound-marine-balloons-connecticut-22264232.php?utm_source=marketing&utm_medium=copy-url-link&utm_campaign=article-share&hash=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3RhbWZvcmRhZHZvY2F0ZS5jb20vb3Bpbmlvbi9hcnRpY2xlL3NvdW5kLW1hcmluZS1iYWxsb29ucy1jb25uZWN0aWN1dC0yMjI2NDIzMi5waHA%3D&time=MTc3OTIwMzA4ODYwNg%3D%3D&rid=ZWU5ZWExNDYtNzEzNi00MjkxLWExMzYtZTMwMGJmNjQwODJl&sharecount=Mg%3D%3D

Cockfighting is not only illegal, it’s a vile, demoralizing ...

2026-05-18T20:04:35Z

Cockfighting is not only illegal, it’s a vile, demoralizing gambling spectacle. We’re happy to be headquartered in a state that has no tolerance for this animal cruelty. Read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/cockfighting/

Any elephant killed and imported by vainglorious U.S. trophy ...

2026-05-14T20:08:22Z

Any elephant killed and imported by vainglorious U.S. trophy hunters to hang on their walls of shame disgusts us. That’s why we’re jeering the Trump Administration for allowing the trade in elephant trophies to soar in 2025. https://friendsofanimals.org/banning-the-importation-of-the-parts-of-endangered-species-is-long-overdue/

Jeers to the BLM who last week lifted a ban on the use off M-44 ...

2026-05-13T15:08:38Z

Jeers to the BLM who last week lifted a ban on the use off M-44 "cyanide bombs" on public lands.

They act as spring-activated devices which deliver a deadly dose of sodium cyanide to any animal who sniffs one out. They'd been banned since 2023. https://friendsofanimals.org/cyanide-bombs/

Thankfully, a reckless and frankly non-sensical bill that would ...

2026-05-12T15:47:21Z

Thankfully, a reckless and frankly non-sensical bill that would have made it easier for CT farmers to kill black bears died in the legislature thanks to FoA and other members of the CT Coalition to Protect Black Bears. Read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/ctblackbears/

It makes no sense to use pesticides to kill insects or mosquitoes ...

2026-05-11T13:37:10Z

It makes no sense to use pesticides to kill insects or mosquitoes because you’re also killing their natural predators…birds. Read our latest In Our View to find out safe, non-toxic ways to repel mosquitoes from your yard and body! https://friendsofanimals.org/pesticideskill/

Friends of Animals is applauding to the CT General Assembly for ...

2026-05-06T19:26:27Z

Friends of Animals is applauding to the CT General Assembly for stepping up and protecting the state’s beloved marine life by passing legislation Tuesday night that bans the release of lighter-than-air balloons. https://friendsofanimals.org/cheers-to-ct-general-assembly/

Gosling season is here! If you've spotted those fluffy ...

2026-05-06T16:06:26Z

Gosling season is here! If you've spotted those fluffy hatchlings trailing behind their parents lately, you're not alone.

Read more below for a quick guide to gosling season and how a bit of mindfulness can help them thrive! https://friendsofanimals.org/gosling/

Fashionistas blow it at the Met Gala…feathers are just as bad ...

2026-05-05T18:26:44Z

Fashionistas blow it at the Met Gala…feathers are just as bad as fur. Birds will always wear their feathers better! https://friendsofanimals.org/fashionistas/

While it may be tempting to intervene and “rescue” a young ...

2026-05-04T16:21:30Z

While it may be tempting to intervene and “rescue” a young wild animal found alone, many species naturally leave their young alone for long periods. Human interference can harm animals in many ways including causing adults to abandon their young. Read more https://friendsofanimals.org/youngwildlife/

Houston officers rescue dog left in hot car. What could have been ...

2026-05-01T14:41:59Z

Houston officers rescue dog left in hot car. What could have been a tragedy is a reminder to never leave pets in cars even in mild weather. Click here for more information. https://friendsofanimals.org/houstondog/

Turkey hunting season is here, during their mating season, when ...

2026-04-29T14:21:51Z

Turkey hunting season is here, during their mating season, when they're completely defenseless.

Read more about the horrendously cruel practice, how to not get shot at, and why it isn't much more than a guessing game here:

https://friendsofanimals.org/turkey-hunt/

This condo board engaged the USDA to plan a killing of ...

2026-04-28T14:22:09Z

This condo board engaged the USDA to plan a killing of unproblematic Canada geese without a community-wide survey or presenting any non-lethal alternatives to residents...read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/canadageese/

Just what we need: another bureau dedicated to the destruction of ...

2026-04-27T15:07:52Z

Just what we need: another bureau dedicated to the destruction of our oceans and environment 🫠 https://friendsofanimals.org/newbureau/

Happy Arbor Day! Trees are under attack by the current ...

2026-04-24T15:23:39Z

Happy Arbor Day! Trees are under attack by the current Administration. So it’s more important than ever to fight to protect trees and forests right in your community.
https://friendsofanimals.org/arborday/

FoA applauds State Senators for passing legislation yesterday ...

2026-04-22T14:06:11Z

FoA applauds State Senators for passing legislation yesterday that will end the intentional release of balloons in CT. The bill now heads to the House of Representatives🥳

Read more about why this is important and how you can take action here: https://friendsofanimals.org/balloonban/

Want to make a real difference this Earth Day? Go vegan. ...

2026-04-22T13:09:51Z

Want to make a real difference this Earth Day? Go vegan. https://friendsofanimals.org/earthday/

Newtown, CT becomes the first town in CT to ban anticoagulant ...

2026-04-21T19:54:31Z

Newtown, CT becomes the first town in CT to ban anticoagulant rodenticides🥳🥳🥳 https://friendsofanimals.org/cheersnewtown/

Gas-powered leaf blowers are super polluters...leave the leaves ...

2026-04-15T15:17:39Z

Gas-powered leaf blowers are super polluters...leave the leaves alone this spring. https://friendsofanimals.org/leafblower/

JEERS to a legal system that gave wolf killer Cody Roberts just ...

2026-04-09T14:38:33Z

JEERS to a legal system that gave wolf killer Cody Roberts just 18 months of supervised probation and a $1,432 fine instead of two years in prison. Roberts ran over and tortured a wolf in Wyoming. https://friendsofanimals.org/codyroberts/

"Environmentalists, I mean, they are terrorists" - Trump ...

2026-04-08T16:24:18Z

"Environmentalists, I mean, they are terrorists" - Trump

The truth is, through practice and policy, the heads of departments in this Administration are actually environmental terrorists. Read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/environmentalists/

Slow down, amphibians are on the move to vernal pool parties😉 ...

2026-04-07T14:22:40Z

Slow down, amphibians are on the move to vernal pool parties😉 Read more about this spring-specific phenomenon here! https://friendsofanimals.org/vernal-pools/

We were thrilled to see that after extensive amounts of pressure ...

2026-04-06T18:56:38Z

We were thrilled to see that after extensive amounts of pressure from CAFT and activists, Etsy has decided to ban the sale of all animal fur on its platform! Cheers!!🥳 #furfree https://abolishfur.org/etsy-bans-fur/

April is prevent-a-litter month! Spay/neuter procedures are vital ...

2026-04-02T18:35:51Z

April is prevent-a-litter month! Spay/neuter procedures are vital in preventing pet homelessness - keep an eye out in the coming weeks for more information on the s/n benefits, myths, and more! Click the link for some FAQ’s about our program: https://friendsofanimals.org/faq/

Each year, over 11 MILLION baby chicks and ducklings are ...

2026-04-01T18:15:59Z

Each year, over 11 MILLION baby chicks and ducklings are trafficked and sold by Tractor Supply Co., but chicks should NOT be gifts. https://friendsofanimals.org/chicks/

CHEERS! A federal court struck down President Trump’s attacks ...

2026-03-31T20:06:36Z

CHEERS! A federal court struck down President Trump’s attacks against the Endangered Species Act (ESA)🥳 Read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/esa/

Thinking about getting a bunny this Easter? Think again. ...

2026-03-31T18:16:17Z

Thinking about getting a bunny this Easter? Think again. https://friendsofanimals.org/bunnies/

We're ending the week on a good note🥳CHEERS to the Ninth ...

2026-03-27T15:53:04Z

We're ending the week on a good note🥳CHEERS to the Ninth Circuit judge who earned a major win for imperiled arctic seals. Read more here! https://friendsofanimals.org/arcticseal/

The “Big Beautiful Cook Inlet” will remain beautiful, as the ...

2026-03-26T18:59:11Z

The “Big Beautiful Cook Inlet” will remain beautiful, as the “Big Beautiful Cook Inlet” oil and gas lease sale received no bids for drilling. Read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/cook-inlet/

We need your help! Stop feds from opening Alaska’s national ...

2026-03-24T20:27:00Z

We need your help! Stop feds from opening Alaska’s national preserves to bear baiting to appease hunters - take action here: https://friendsofanimals.org/alaskabears/

"If you’re gathering for an Easter meal, we have a vegan ...

2026-03-23T18:07:43Z

"If you’re gathering for an Easter meal, we have a vegan menu that escapes the treachery of serving lamb, pigs and cows, as their lives are precious to them and to us."
- Priscilla Feral

Check out our vegan Easter menu complete with all recipes here! https://friendsofanimals.org/eastermenu/

FoA's Wildlife Law Program director was quoted in this ...

2026-03-20T15:52:37Z

FoA's Wildlife Law Program director was quoted in this article about the BLM's plans to go after the wild horse population in Wyoming - read more here: https://wyofile.com/wild-horse-wipeout-in-wyomings-checkerboard-delayed-until-october-due-to-funding-staffing-legal-woes/

Spring has sprung today, and with World Bear Day approaching ...

2026-03-20T14:04:06Z

Spring has sprung today, and with World Bear Day approaching Monday, we here at Friends of Animals have protecting bears on our minds! 🐻 Read more about how to keep yourself, your pets, and bears safe this spring here: https://friendsofanimals.org/bears-in-spring/

Check out our latest op-ed about the dangers of releasing ...

2026-03-19T20:27:43Z

Check out our latest op-ed about the dangers of releasing balloons as bill SB 452 (that would ban the sale of helium used to fill “lighter-than-air” balloons) is being discussed in Connecticut: https://www.thehour.com/opinion/article/darien-animals-ct-balloons-22084400.php?utm_source=marketing&utm_medium=copy-url-link&utm_campaign=article-share&hash=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudGhlaG91ci5jb20vb3Bpbmlvbi9hcnRpY2xlL2Rhcmllbi1hbmltYWxzLWN0LWJhbGxvb25zLTIyMDg0NDAwLnBocA%3D%3D&time=MTc3Mzk1MTA3NjczNg%3D%3D&rid=OTA0MjgxMjItOWViNC00YzNmLWFjOGUtM2I2ZTQzMzc2MDMx&sharecount=MQ%3D%3D

URGENT: Take action to protect Alaska's polar bears and ...

2026-03-18T17:59:03Z

URGENT: Take action to protect Alaska's polar bears and walruses from Big Oil https://friendsofanimals.org/stop-big-oil/

CHICAGO! We still have a few free spay/neuter certificates ...

2026-03-17T13:18:45Z

CHICAGO! We still have a few free spay/neuter certificates available. Call (800)321-PETS today between 8am-4pm CST to claim yours before we run out🐶🐈❣️https://friendsofanimals.org/chicago/

Just a few days away! CHICAGO residents, call (800)321-7387 on ...

2026-03-13T15:30:12Z

Just a few days away! CHICAGO residents, call (800)321-7387 on March 16th starting at 8am CST - available until we reach 70 certificates🥳https://friendsofanimals.org/chicago/

Up next in our climate series: electric vehicles🚗 Take steps ...

2026-03-12T18:19:11Z

Up next in our climate series: electric vehicles🚗 Take steps to reduce your carbon footprint by clicking the link here🌱💙https://friendsofanimals.org/transportation/

TAKE ACTION - The BLM announced a plan to fell Oregon's last ...

2026-03-05T19:27:15Z

TAKE ACTION - The BLM announced a plan to fell Oregon's last great forests. Submit comments to help put a stop to this catastrophic plan: https://friendsofanimals.org/oregon/

Another reason to rescue one of over 5 million dogs or cats from ...

2026-03-03T14:28:18Z

Another reason to rescue one of over 5 million dogs or cats from a shelter! ❤️https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/03/well/pet-longevity-health-benefits.html?unlocked_article_code=1.QVA.g42O.i8QV-1mTZqUG&smid=url-share

Did you know we're currently in the thick of skunk mating ...

2026-03-02T20:26:45Z

Did you know we're currently in the thick of skunk mating season? Read more here! https://friendsofanimals.org/skunk-mating-season-is-upon-us/

Jeers to wolf killer Robert’s plea deal. 2 yrs in jail/$5,000 ...

2026-02-26T16:04:03Z

Jeers to wolf killer Robert’s plea deal. 2 yrs in jail/$5,000 fine is more fitting punishment for this sadist. https://www.wyomingpublicmedia.org/politics-government/2026-02-25/cody-roberts-agrees-to-unexpected-plea-deal-in-sublette-county-wolf-cruelty-case

Our government is giving polluters a free pass, but we don’t ...

2026-02-26T15:34:26Z

Our government is giving polluters a free pass, but we don’t have to. You can govern your own behavior! Follow our tips on how to take steps to reduce your carbon footprint in the weeks leading up to Earth Day! See step one at the link! https://friendsofanimals.org/takesteps/

Our CT office is closed today due to the weather so our phone ...

2026-02-23T16:17:38Z

Our CT office is closed today due to the weather so our phone lines will not be operational. If you need to reach us, call and leave a message or fill out a contact form at the link below and we will get back to you as soon as we reopen. Stay safe!❄️❄️❄️ https://friendsofanimals.org/contact-us/

A win for animals and humans alike - but we must keep fighting! ...

2026-02-19T21:15:00Z

A win for animals and humans alike - but we must keep fighting! The EAB found that the EPA failed to exercise considered judgment in concluding that microplastics and pathogens would not cause an unreasonable degradation to the environment. Read more: https://friendsofanimals.org/oceaneras/

FoA has worked to educate the public and participate in programs ...

2026-02-18T19:58:12Z

FoA has worked to educate the public and participate in programs which protect wildlife from the dangers of SGAR's - check out the mention by NY City News Service here.

https://www.nycitynewsservice.com/2026/02/13/new-york-city-is-poisoning-its-wild-celebrities-will-romeo-and-juliet-be-next/

URGENT: Take action to help us halt destructive deep sea mining. ...

2026-02-18T19:54:00Z

URGENT: Take action to help us halt destructive deep sea mining. Learn about it here https://friendsofanimals.org/deepseamining/

It's the Lunar year of the Fire Horse and FoA is exposing the ...

2026-02-17T20:21:47Z

It's the Lunar year of the Fire Horse and FoA is exposing the horrors of the U.S. horse industry - read about it here https://friendsofanimals.org/horseindustry/

Urgent- take action now to protect wolves! ...

2026-02-12T16:21:17Z

Urgent- take action now to protect wolves! https://friendsofanimals.org/protectwolves/

Surprise, surprise - another decision by the administration that ...

2026-02-11T19:41:01Z

Surprise, surprise - another decision by the administration that ignores the environmental ramifications completely. Read more about what you can do here: https://friendsofanimals.org/fishingjeers/

Looking for a February break activity for you and the kids? Help ...

2026-02-10T16:36:29Z

Looking for a February break activity for you and the kids? Help birds make it through winter with homemade suet! Check out the recipes here: https://friendsofanimals.org/vegansuet/

A plant-powered athlete from CT is set to compete in the Winter ...

2026-02-06T20:38:03Z

A plant-powered athlete from CT is set to compete in the Winter Olympics🌱💪 Read more: https://friendsofanimals.org/speedskater

Catalina Island Conservancy : what did the deer ever do to ...

2026-02-04T22:23:54Z

Catalina Island Conservancy : what did the deer ever do to you😭 Take action here! https://friendsofanimals.org/jeers-to-the-catalina-island-conservancy/

Disappointed is an understatement...it's 2026 and someone ...

2026-02-03T19:29:12Z

Disappointed is an understatement...it's 2026 and someone STILL thought using a live animal during a Grammys performance was a good idea?! Jeers all around https://friendsofanimals.org/jeers-sabrina/

A step in the right direction: We are applauding the Newtown ...

2026-01-29T16:18:10Z

A step in the right direction: We are applauding the Newtown Conservation Commission for voting to restrict the use of anticoagulant rodenticides on town-owned properties at their meeting on Jan. 27.
Read more here! https://friendsofanimals.org/newtown/

Despite all evidence that the US is losing its interest in ...

2026-01-27T16:34:54Z

Despite all evidence that the US is losing its interest in hunting and that wildlife refuges are critical, US Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgham is pushing to expand hunting into previously protected areas. Read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/wildlife-refuges/

North Atlantic right whales are on the up 👏 ...

2026-01-23T17:50:40Z

North Atlantic right whales are on the up 👏 https://friendsofanimals.org/rightwhale/

Great horned owls thrive in these chilly winter months! Learn ...

2026-01-21T19:18:57Z

Great horned owls thrive in these chilly winter months! Learn more here - https://friendsofanimals.org/great-horned-owls-masters-of-the-cold/

Check out this CT Insider article which quotes FoA in celebration ...

2026-01-20T16:40:53Z

Check out this CT Insider article which quotes FoA in celebration of NY passing a ban on the killing of horseshoe crabs! https://www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/article/ct-ny-horseshoe-crab-ban-law-long-island-sound-21294263.php

Questionable choice mainly driven by social media: slathering ...

2026-01-15T21:05:31Z

Questionable choice mainly driven by social media: slathering byproducts from a slaughterhouse on your face🙄 https://friendsofanimals.org/tallow/
#beeftallow

FoA filed a lawsuit to get Atlantic horseshoe crabs the ...

2026-01-13T19:40:56Z

FoA filed a lawsuit to get Atlantic horseshoe crabs the protections they need, read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/foa-files-lawsuit-to-get-atlantic-horseshoe-crabs-esa-protections/

JEERS to Sec. Kennedy for this flip of the food pyramid 🙄 ...

2026-01-08T19:45:41Z

JEERS to Sec. Kennedy for this flip of the food pyramid 🙄
https://friendsofanimals.org/jeerskennedy/

Tomorrow: No Pause for a Good Cause Charity Stream benefiting ...

2025-12-26T16:26:36Z

Tomorrow: No Pause for a Good Cause Charity Stream benefiting FoA! Join FoA supporter Nico as he streams in support of the work we do. There will be donation incentives for milestones, and for the top gifters. Every 2 hours will have a game give away! https://www.twitch.tv/altruisticnico

FINALLY! We're so excited to hear that after shutting it down ...

2025-12-22T16:37:42Z

FINALLY! We're so excited to hear that after shutting it down last year, Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed a bill banning the killing of horseshoe crabs in New York🥳 Read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/nyvictory/

Thanks to your generous support, we were able to provide over ...

2025-12-18T15:53:54Z

Thanks to your generous support, we were able to provide over $35,000 worth of free certificates across 3 different states in 2025. Read more here: https://friendsofanimals.org/spayneutergiveaways/

Make your voice heard - speak out against these alarming proposed ...

2025-12-15T19:18:47Z

Make your voice heard - speak out against these alarming proposed ESA rollbacks. Read more and see how you can take action here: https://friendsofanimals.org/esarollbacks/

Cheers: Trump exec. order to halt all wind power on federal lands ...

2025-12-12T14:51:25Z

Cheers: Trump exec. order to halt all wind power on federal lands and waters was struck down by a judge

RI Senator Sheldon Whitehouse says "unlawful political services to fossil fuel industry donors is a recurring Trump behavior"

We couldn't agree more
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/08/climate/trump-offshore-wind-federal-judge.html?unlocked_article_code=1.8E8.cPvo.AV0iIl3sWNme&smid=url-share

Happy International Animal Rights Day 🥳❤️Read more about ...

2025-12-10T21:25:19Z

Happy International Animal Rights Day 🥳❤️Read more about the Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Project here! https://friendsofanimals.org/crp/

A special thank you from FoA president, Priscilla Feral ✨ We ...

2025-12-09T21:21:38Z

A special thank you from FoA president, Priscilla Feral ✨ We couldn’t do what we do without you! Thank you for your generous support in 2025, please consider giving to FoA as we wrap up the year and prepare to continue our mission in 2026. ❤️ https://friendsofanimals.org