APHIS is proposing to amend the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) regulations, to implement a requirement for contingency plans for the handling of animals during emergencies.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will be hosting public meetings to encourage input on captive wildlife regulations in Florida regarding reporting requirements for injuries, bites and escapes involving captive wildlife.

USDA/APHIS in the process of developing and/or finalizing two regulatory actions. New regulations for birds.

New content changes to the USDA/APHIS website, week of 05/24/21 - 06/04/21

In the wake of an unfortunate incident at a zoo, PETA confirms it’s message and path is to see an end to all zoos.

HSUS now being sued by a former employee that sustained permanent injuries while working for them.

An attorney who repeats his client's (ALDF) allegations to the media or the public for publicity purposes is not acting in the unique, lawyerly capacity to which Texas law affords the strong protection of immunity.

Importations of dogs to meet nationwide demand for man's best friend is a Pandora's box of unintended consequences as we explain our thoughts:

New content changes to the USDA/APHIS website, week of 04/26/21.

Another good example how current laws and regulations are working well. U.S. Department of Justice made a press release this week updating the finial outcome on the “Christopher Casacci” case involving exotic cat sales.