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"Baby" Dies After Being Attacked With a Power Drill

(Plainville, Connecticut)

No Felony Charge for Chloe’s Killer

(Catawba County, North Carolina)

Jail Time for Men who Tortured and Discarded Kitten

(Portland, Oregon)

Puppy Dies While Boarding - No Charges

Putnam County, Illinois

Scores of Dogs Remain on Defendant’s Property

(Bakersfield, California)

Shelter Corruption Leads to Felony Charges

(Visalia, California)

Doogie the Chained Dog - Sentence Handed Down

(East Freedom, Pennsylvania)

Reward Still Posted In Dog-Skinning Case

(Cullman County, Alabama)

Thanks to the Prosecution for Jail Time in Dog Starvation Case

(Alachua County, Florida)

Trinity Co. Dog Abuse Case - Not Guilty Verdicts for 2, Zampatti Sentenced

(Eureka, California)

Help End Cruel Force-Feeding Practices for Geese and Ducks

(U.S.)

Humane Agents Predict a Dangerous Season for Horses

(U.S.)

Gizmo Case: Crawford Sentenced, Davis’ Trial Pending

(Nashville, Tennessee)
Act by: July 14

Dog Poisoning Case Continues

(Strasburg, Colorado)
Act by: June 6

Case Closed: Dogfighter Pleaded Guilty to Misdemeanor

(Shepherdsville, Kentucky)

Case Closed: Jail Time for Alexander Atkind

(Ithaca, New York)

Judge Returns Dog to Convicted Abuser

(Butler County, Ohio)

Jail Time in Wildlife Mutilation Case – Thanks to All Who Attended!

(Big Pine Key, Florida)

ALDF Press Center

Sweeping Reform in Laws Protecting Bluegrass State Horses Called for on the Eve of the Kentucky Derby

Governor Kaine Signs Tough New Dogfighting Bill into Law

Willie Nelson Urges Land O’Lakes, Challenge Dairy to Stop Using Milk Products that Come from Confined Calves

Lawsuit Against California Pig Farm Dropped as Company Announces End to Abusive Breeding Practices

Virginia Assembly Further Strengthens Dogfighting Laws

Virginia Senate Votes to Strengthen Dogfighting Laws

Animal Legal Defense Fund Settles Lawsuit Against Raleigh Animal Hoarder, Rescuing 100+ Dogs

Animal Legal Defense Fund Offers Expertise, Financial Aid to Sheriff Seeking Justice for Anne

Victory at Last for Hundreds of Dogs In Landmark Lawsuit

Kansas' Animal Protection Laws Ranked "Most Improved"

Hawaii No Longer Ranked "Top State to be an Animal Abuser"

New Study Names "Five Best States to be an Animal Abuser"

Animal Legal Defense Fund Sues to Rescue 100+ Dogs From Real-Life House of Horrors in Raleigh

Emergency Alert--Help for Shelters Housing Animals Evacuated in California Wildfires

Land O’Lakes, Challenge Dairy Under Fire for Using Milk Products that Come from Confined Calves

Dogs Rescued in Landmark Legal Case have Something to Wag About at Second Annual Annapolis Cruise Fundraiser

Animal Attorneys Demand That Georgia Legislature Strengthen Prosecutors' Ability to Combat Dogfighting

Animal Attorneys Demand That Virginia Legislature Strengthen Prosecutors' Ability to Combat Dogfighting

Lansing School Marks a Milestone in Emerging Field of Animal Law

Animal Legal Defense Fund Calls on NFL Players to Blow the Whistle on Dog Fighting Operations

Animal Legal Defense Fund Urges L.A. Ballpark to Drop Cruelly-Produced "Dodger Dogs"

In Wake of Massive Pet Food Recall, Harvard Conference Spotlights "The Future of Animal Law"

The Future of Animal Law Conference at Harvard Law School Cambridge, Mass., March 30 - April 1, 2007

Appeals Court Upholds Landmark Animal Cruelty Decision

Bay Area Residents Join ALDF in Suing California Pig Farm for Abusing Thousands of Pregnant Sows

Historic Legal Decision Protects Cats From Being Returned to Their Abuser

Hollywood Chimpanzees on the Road to Sanctuaries After Settlement in Lawsuit Against Their “Trainer”

Animal Legal Defense Fund Urges Vigorous Prosecution in Cow Cruelty Case

Animal Legal Defense Fund Urges Tough Sentencing for Local Woman Guilty of Neglecting Hundreds of Animals

Dogs Rescued in Landmark Legal Case Have Something to Wag About at Annapolis Cruise Fundraiser

ALDF Calls for Investigation in the Death of Chimpanzee Named in Lawsuit Against His 'Trainer'

Coca-Cola Refreshing Filmmaker's Award Program to Ban Use of Primates in Film Submissions

ALDF Files Suit to Stop Abuse of Newborn Dairy Calves at California Ranch

ALDF Urges Lancaster Mayor to Drop Abusive Chimpanzee 'Trainer'

ALDF Sends Bouquet of Thanks to Governor Sebelius for Signing Critical Animal Protection Bill

Dogs Rescued in Landmark Legal Case Make 'Incredible Journey' to Phoenix

ALDF Files Suit Against Hollywood Chimpanzee “Trainer” in Federal Court

Animal Law

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Law Student Application for Animal Law Program Membership

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Animal Law News & Journal Articles

ALDF Update - ALDF's Attorney Publication

Animal Law Courses

How to Start an Animal Law Class at Your School

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How to Start a SALDF Chapter at Your School

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Where Should You Go To Law School?

Criminal Justice

New Release!
Animal Protection Laws of the United States of America & Canada

2007 State Animal Protection Laws Rankings

Model Animal Protection Laws Collection

Legal Advocates' Manual for Animal Abuse Criminal Cases

U.S. Jurisdictions With and Without Felony Animal Cruelty Provisions

Confronting Animal Neglect—An ALDF Report on Current Law and Future Possibilities

Solutions to Long-Term Cases in States Without Preconviction Forfeiture Provision

Working with Legislators

ALDF Legislative Posters

Find your Elected Officials

No Boundaries for Abusers: The Link Between Cruelty to Animals and Violence Toward Humans

Cruelty Investigation Video

Responding to Disasters

Legal FAQ's for Search and Rescue Volunteers

Foster Care Form Instructions

Sample Foster Agreement

Sample Foster Care Application

General Public Resources

How to find an attorney to help you with your animal-related issues

What to do when your companion animal has been injured or killed

Damages for Death or Injury of an Animal

What to do if you are involved in a custody battle over your companion animal

What to do when you believe a vet has harmed or killed your companion animal

What to do if your dog is in danger of being declared ”vicious,”or if your dog has bitten someone who is now suing you

What to do if a companion animal you purchased became sick or died soon afterwards

How to handle landlord/tenant disputes over companion animals

Nuisance Issues and Some Steps Toward Resolving Conflicts

How to help a neighbor's neglected animal

What to do in cases where anti-cruelty laws have been broken

What to do when you find animals in substandard conditions at a pet store

What to do about substandard conditions at your local animal shelter

Including Animals in Your Will

Find your Elected Officials

Tips For Writing to Law Enforcement

Animal Hoarding Facts

The Legal Process In The United States

Why Prosecutors Don't Prosecute

ALDF Legislative Posters

Getting Through Grief

The Animals' Advocate - ALDF's Quarterly Newsletter

Issues

Humane Agents Predict a Dangerous Season for Horses

2007 Farm Bill Update

Pet Food Scare: Your Animals, Your Rights, and the Law

Lawyers Must Plan for More Pet Custody Cases

Establishing a Trust for Your Animals

The Horror of Animal Hoarding

News

Sweeping Reform in Laws Protecting Bluegrass State Horses Called for on the Eve of the Kentucky Derby

Governor Kaine Signs Tough New Dogfighting Bill into Law

Willie Nelson Urges Land O’Lakes, Challenge Dairy to Stop Using Milk Products that Come from Confined Calves

Lawsuit Against California Pig Farm Dropped as Company Announces End to Abusive Breeding Practices

Virginia Assembly Further Strengthens Dogfighting Laws

Animal Advocacy Groups Praise Oregon Legislature for Increasing Dogfighting Spectator Penalties

Protesters Urge Boycott of Indiana Pet Stores Linked to Deplorable "Puppy Mills"

Virginia Senate Votes to Strengthen Dogfighting Laws

Animal Legal Defense Fund Settles Lawsuit Against Raleigh Animal Hoarder, Rescuing 100+ Dogs

Michael Vick Sentenced to 23 Months for Dogfighting

Animal Legal Defense Fund Offers Expertise, Financial Aid to Sheriff Seeking Justice for Anne

Victory at Last for Hundreds of Dogs In Landmark Lawsuit

Animal Protection Groups File Legal Petition Asking USDA to Declare Foie Gras Unfit for Human Consumption

2007 State Animal Protection Laws Rankings

Animal Legal Defense Fund Sues to Rescue 100+ Dogs From Real-Life House of Horrors in Raleigh

Home at Last! Rescued Dogs Score Final Victory in ALDF v. Woodley

Emergency Alert--Help for Shelters Housing Animals Evacuated in California Wildfires

Land O’Lakes, Challenge Dairy Under Fire for Using Milk Products that Come from Confined Calves

Dogs Rescued in Landmark Legal Case have Something to Wag About at Second Annual Annapolis Cruise Fundraiser

Hurricane Katrina—Two Years Later, Lessons for Protecting Animals in Disasters

ALDF Attends National State Legislative Summit

Animal Attorneys Demand That Georgia Legislature Strengthen Prosecutors' Ability to Combat Dogfighting

Animal Attorneys Demand That Virginia Legislature Strengthen Prosecutors' Ability to Combat Dogfighting

Lansing School Marks a Milestone in Emerging Field of Animal Law

Michael Vick Enters Guilty Plea to Dogfighting Charges—Urge the NFL to Ban Him Immediately

Blockbuster Victory for Hollywood Cats

Animal Legal Defense Fund Calls on NFL Players to Blow the Whistle on Dog Fighting Operations

ALDF Helps in Animal Abuse Case From Start to Finish, and Beyond

Animal Legal Defense Fund Urges L.A. Ballpark to Drop Cruelly-Produced "Dodger Dogs"

Once Neglected, Now Protected – ALDF Wins Historic Ruling for Abused Animals

Earth Day Warning: The Link Between Meat Eating and Climate Change

Raising the Bar – ALDF Brings the Future of Animal Law to Harvard

Appeals Court Upholds Landmark Animal Cruelty Decision

A New Life for Angel, Cody, and Sable!

Bay Area Residents Join ALDF in Suing California Pig Farm for Abusing Thousands of Pregnant Sows

Historic Legal Decision Protects Cats From Being Returned to Their Abuser

Hollywood Chimpanzees on the Road to Sanctuaries After Settlement in Lawsuit Against Their "Trainer"

Happy Tails: Caring Prosecutor, Community Shut Down Puppy Mill

Animal Legal Defense Fund Urges Vigorous Prosecution in Cow Cruelty Case

Oregon Animal Protection Laws Remain Unhampered by State Supreme Court Ruling

Yerkes Drops Bid to Kill Endangered Species

Pigs Confined to a Lifetime of Misery, in Violation of Anti-Cruelty Law

Animal Legal Defense Fund Urges Tough Sentencing for Local Woman Guilty of Neglecting Hundreds of Animals

Dogs Rescued in Landmark Legal Case Have Something to Wag About at Annapolis Cruise Fundraiser

ALDF Calls for Investigation in the Death of Chimpanzee Named in Lawsuit Against His 'Trainer'

Suffering Behind the Silver Screen

'Networking' for Justice — Nashville Style

ALDF Helps Prosecute 'Puppy Mill' Hoarders

Historic Ruling for Animals

Judge Dismisses SLAAP Suit Against ALDF

Pets Evacuation and Transportation Standards Act Passes Senate

Coca-Cola Refreshing Filmmaker's Award Program to Ban Use of Primates in Film Submissions

ALDF Files Suit to Stop Abuse of Newborn Dairy Calves at California Ranch

ALDF Urges Lancaster Mayor to Drop Abusive Chimpanzee 'Trainer' From California Poppy Festival

ALDF Sends Bouquet of Thanks to Governor Sebelius for Signing Critical Animal Protection Bill

Dogs Rescued in Landmark Legal Case Make 'Incredible Journey' to Phoenix

ALDF Signs on to 'No Reel Apes' Campaign

ALDF Files Suit Against Hollywood Chimpanzee “Trainer” in Federal Court

Rescued Horses in Legal Battle for Their Lives

'Patty's Angels' found guilty of 38 animal neglect counts

ALDF v. Woodley

SALDF Resources

Law Student Application for Animal Law Program Membership

How Law Students Can Get Involved in Animal Law

Bar Association Animal Law Sections and Committees

Animal Law Books & Periodicals

Animal Law News & Journal Articles

ALDF Update - ALDF's Attorney Publication

How to Start an Animal Law Class at Your School

How to Start a SALDF Chapter at Your School

SALDF Project Grants

SALDF Project Ideas

Where Should You Go To Law School?