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Live Animal Mascots: A Tradition of Exploitation, Not Conservation
All tigers are classified as endangered species. They need meaningful conservation, not exploitation for entertainment.January 13, 2017 Legally Brief -
Animal Legal Defense Fund Files Anti-SLAPP Motion Against Landry’s Defamation Suit
The Animal Legal Defense Fund filed a motion asking a Harris County judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Landry’s Inc. and the Downtown Aquarium Inc. that ALDF defamed Landry’s by publicly commenting on the controversial mistreatment of four white tigers.January 8, 2017 Press Release -
The Animal Legal Defense Fund Responds to Tilikum’s Death
The Animal Legal Defense Fund is saddened yet unsurprised to learn that Tilikum, an orca held at SeaWorld and subject of the documentary “Blackfish” has died at age 36.January 6, 2017 Press Release -
Advances for Animals in 2016
Thanks to your generous support—the Animal Legal Defense Fund spent 2016 fighting for animal protection on every front. Today—and everyday—we thank you for your unwavering support. These are your victories.January 6, 2017 News -
Animal Legal Defense Fund Uncovers Criminal Animal Cruelty at Roadside Zoo
The Animal Legal Defense Fund, the nation’s preeminent legal advocacy organization for animals, has uncovered evidence of criminal animal cruelty at a roadside zoo in Delaware County.November 17, 2016 Press Release -
Landry’s Inc. is Served Notice of Intent to Sue for Endangered Species Act Violations
Animal Legal Defense Fund offers to rehome four white tigers in lieu of litigation.September 19, 2016 Press Release -
California Passes Orca Protection Act
Last month, California became the second U.S. state to ban the use of bullhooks on elephants.September 16, 2016 Animal Law Update -
California Becomes Second U.S. State to Ban Bullhooks
A ban on the use of bullhooks – sharp implements used to beat and train elephants to perform unnatural acts – in circuses and traveling shows has been signed into law by Governor Jerry Brown.September 1, 2016 Animal Law Update -
California says Bye-Bye to Bullhooks
Just this week, California became the second with Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bullhook ban into law.August 30, 2016 News -
Animal Legal Defense Fund Lawsuit Shuts Down Inhumane Pennsylvania Roadside Zoo
Animals are moved to rescue facilities.August 29, 2016 Press Release
