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Episode 59: Companies Backslide on Animal Testing Policies Oct 15, 2012

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Was the shampoo you use tested on animals? Did your toothpaste or lipstick cause suffering for animals in labs? We've made great progress in phasing out animal tests for many products, but recently several companies backslid on their cruelty-free pledges.

Episode 58: Touring the Heartland of America Sep 28, 2012

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Hear about Wayne's recent tour of farms in rural America, and more about how The Humane Society of the United States is working with farmers to phase out cruel confinement and work together to advance animal welfare.

Episode 57: Domestic Dog Fur for Sale in the United States Sep 21, 2012

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It's illegal to sell products containing domestic dog or cat fur in the United States, thanks to legislation supported by The HSUS more than a decade ago. But in 2012, our investigators found domestic dog fur for sale in the U.S.

Episode 56: Major Moments in Animal Protection, Continued Sep 17, 2012

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Hear more about major moments for the animal protection movement in recent years. In this continuation, Tracie and Wayne discuss the Hallmark-Westland undercover investigation of a dairy cow slaughter plant, and how people can seek out more humane food.

Episode 55: Five Landmark Moments for Animal Protection Sep 05, 2012

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Learn more about five of the most important events in the recent history of animal protection, including the rescue of pets after Hurricane Katrina, the arrest of Michael Vick for dogfighting, and the ban on extreme confinement of farm animals in Calif.

Episode 54: Undercover Video Reveals Abuse to Horses Aug 24, 2012

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A recent HSUS investigation uncovered shocking abuse of Tennessee walking horses. Learn more about horse soring, the intentional infliction of pain to produce a high-stepping gait, and the aftermath of this investigation.

Episode 53: Where the Wild Things Shouldn't Be Aug 10, 2012

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Why is it a bad idea to keep a Bengal tiger or a chimpanzee in your backyard, basement, or living room? Find out more about the problems with the exotic pet trade, including a tragic incident recently in Zanesville, Ohio.

Episode 52: Doublespeak from American Kennel Club on Puppy Mills Aug 03, 2012

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The American Kennel Club says it stands for responsible breeders and the welfare of dogs. Yet it has opposed dozens of laws to set basic standards for puppy mills. Listen to this episode to learn why, and for an update on a USDA proposal to protect dogs.

Episode 51: Protecting Parrots and Other Birds Jul 30, 2012

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Tracie and Wayne discuss the recent rescue of more than 120 neglected parrots from a supposed sanctuary in Ohio. Though some types of birds make wonderful pets, parrots are intelligent, social, can live many decades, and need specialized care.

Episode 50: Investigation Shines Light on Cruelty to Tennessee Walking Horses Jul 20, 2012

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An HSUS undercover investigation showed Tennessee walking horses having caustic chemicals applied to their legs as well as being whipped, kicked, and shocked in the face. Learn more about the public awareness and criminal indictments that followed.

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