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One of the leading international organizations working on the issues of trapping, fur, and wildlife conflict, Born Free USA has collaborated successfully with communities and decision-makers across the U.S. to reduce and restrict the use of cruel and indiscriminate body-gripping traps. With expert advice, resources, and publications Born Free USA works with local communities, legislators, regulatory agencies, and the media to highlight the problems of trapping and to implement humane alternatives.
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Latest Born Free USA Trapping Fund Recipient is in Princeton, Minnesota
Tréa, a young black Lab stray dog from Princeton, MN, is the latest recipient of financial support from Born Free USA, the leader in animal welfare and wildlife conservation.
The dog was rescued by local rescue groups, Heading Home Rescue and Pets in Crisis, from a snare trap in the Princeton area on Nov. 24 and transported to the Roseville veterinarian office of Dr. Lori Ballinger. Tréa was reportedly in horrific condition, partially mutilated by the snare trap.
The Netherlands Decides to Ban Mink Fur Farming
Today animal welfare organizations in the Netherlands are celebrating a long-awaited victory. The Senate voted in favor of a ban on mink fur farming. The ban will come into force in 2024, which means that by that date, there is no more fur farming in the Netherlands.
Record Year for International Retailers Committed to Go Fur Free
This year was the biggest year for the International Fur Free Retailer Program (www.furfreeretailer.com) since its launch in 2006, with more than 50 retailers signing on in 2012 and a record number (20) of countries served by the program, reports Born Free USA, founding partner and organizer of the program.
Born Free USA’s New Website Safe Trails Educates Public on Serious Dangers of Wildlife Traps and Instructs How To Keep Pets Safe
This week, Born Free USA, a leader in animal welfare and wildlife conservation, launched a website, www.bornfreeusa.org/safetrails, that educates and warns the public — especially outdoor enthusiasts — about the dangers of hidden wildlife traps and how to keep their pets and family members safe.
