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: friendsofanimals.org/foa-in-court/

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: friendsofanimals.org/reef-safe/

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. friendsofanimals.org/richmond/

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. friendsofanimals.org/jeers-to-can...

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. friendsofanimals.org/trumps-lates...

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! friendsofanimals.org/fireworks/

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. friendsofanimals.org/cheers-to-bi...

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: friendsofanimals.org/memorialday/

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! www.stamfordadvocate.com/opinion/arti...

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: friendsofanimals.org/cockfighting/

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. friendsofanimals.org/banning-the-...

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. friendsofanimals.org/cyanide-bombs/

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: friendsofanimals.org/ctblackbears/

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! friendsofanimals.org/pesticideski...

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. friendsofanimals.org/cheers-to-ct...

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! friendsofanimals.org/gosling/

Fashionistas blow it at the Met Gala…feathers are just as bad as fur. Birds will always wear their feathers better! Read more about FoA's daring new campaign below; don't make feathers the new fur friendsofanimals.org/fashionistas/

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

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

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 friendsofanimals.org/youngwildlife/

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. friendsofanimals.org/houstondog/

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: friendsofanimals.org/turkey-hunt/

FoA intervenes to stop Canada geese killing scheme in Buffalo! Read more about how we took action after hearing from a Buffalo resident that her HOA board was facilitating a federal goose roundup--during molting season, when the birds are flightless, and cannot escape:

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

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. friendsofanimals.org/arborday/

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: friendsofanimals.org/balloonban/

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

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

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

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. friendsofanimals.org/codyroberts/

"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: friendsofanimals.org/environmenta...

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

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 abolishfur.org/etsy-bans-fur/

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: friendsofanimals.org/faq/

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

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

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

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! friendsofanimals.org/arcticseal/

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: friendsofanimals.org/cook-inlet/

Jack, a hamadryas and olive baboon hybrid is relaxing and grooming his sweet half-sister, Janet in the sunshine! Jack’s very protective of Janet; they were former pets and exploited by the entertainment industry in Los Angeles before finding a forever home in PPI.

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

"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! friendsofanimals.org/eastermenu/

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: wyofile.com/wild-horse-w...

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: friendsofanimals.org/bears-in-spr...

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: www.thehour.com/opinion/arti...

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

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 March 16th starting at 8am CST - available until we reach 70 certificates🥳 friendsofanimals.org/chicago/

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 great forests. Submit comments to help put a stop to this catastrophic plan: friendsofanimals.org/oregon/