Year: 2026

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Pennsylvania Senate Advances Animal-Abuser Registry Bill

Mike-DefendAnimals October 12, 2026 0

Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering legislation that would establish a public registry for people convicted of specified animal-abuse offenses and require...

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New York’s First Horse-Slaughter Transport Case Exposes Gaps in State Law

Mike-DefendAnimals October 12, 2026 1

Newly reported records about New York’s first enforcement of its horse-slaughter transport ban are raising questions about both the treatment...

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DefendAnimals.net Is Back

Mike-DefendAnimals October 10, 2026 0

DefendAnimals.net is back. We’re rebuilding our home for animal news, advocacy, commentary, and the stories that deserve attention. Stay tuned—more...