Articles Archive

Act Now to Protect Animals in Alaska’s National Wildlife Refuges

Alaska’s wildlife is under attack and we need you to be their voice.

March 6, 2017 News

The Animal Legal Defense Fund Files First Brief in “MonkeyGate” Appeal

Standing for Government Transparency and Animal Protection

March 3, 2017 News

San Francisco Bans Sale of Dogs and Cats in Retail Stores

San Francisco has become the latest jurisdiction to outlaw the sale of commercially bred dogs and cats in retail stores.

February 27, 2017 Animal Law Update

Animal Legal Defense Fund Honors America’s “Top Ten Animal Defenders” 2017

Prosecutors and law enforcement officials recognized for their work on behalf of animals during National Justice for Animals Week 2017

February 27, 2017 Press Release

Case Inspiring Change in Florida Dog Bite Law Featured in The Florida Bar Journal

In a victory for due process in dog bite cases, a Florida law passed last year allows guardians of dogs accused of causing serious injury to a person to mount a defense on behalf of the animal to save that animal’s life.

February 24, 2017 Animal Law Update

Animal Legal Defense Fund Wins Major Free Speech Victory as Judge Dismisses Baseless Defamation Suit Aimed at Silencing Critics of Inhumane Tiger Exhibit

National nonprofit questions the conditions of four endangered white tigers

February 24, 2017 Press Release

King Kong Zoo Permanently Shut Down After Being Sued by The Animal Legal Defense Fund

Consent Decree Closes Unaccredited Roadside Zoo and Bars Owner from Working with Wild Animals

February 23, 2017 Press Release

The Animal Legal Defense Fund Petitions Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to Reinstate Online Climate Change Information

Petition criticizes agency for climate change denial and asks for regulation to ensure Wisconsin citizens have access to scientifically sound information

February 23, 2017 Press Release

Coalition of Animal Protection Organizations Sues USDA for Animal Welfare Blackout

Lawsuit argues removal of online animal welfare records violates the Freedom of Information Act and the Administrative Procedure Act.

February 22, 2017 Press Release

California Agencies Sued for Animal Cruelty at State Fair

The Animal Legal Defense Fund filed a lawsuit against the California Exposition and State Fairs (Cal Expo) and Regents of the University of California for illegally confining pregnant and nursing pigs in the Livestock Nursery Exhibit at the CA State Fair.

February 16, 2017 Press Release