"I Chose a Child’s Face Over My Dog"
Jon Katz, author of A Good Dog, talks about aggression and the difficult choices faced by dog owners and shelters. More...

A Must-Read for Pit Bull Proponents
The Pit Bull Placebo: The Media, Myths and Politics of Canine Aggression is destined to be the manifesto for pit bull advocates. More...

The Behavior Department: In the House
The Kentucky Humane Society brings behavior help to where the problems occur: the homes of pet owners. More...

Study shows correlation between ownership of vicious dogs and commission of other crimes
Theorizing that a correlation might exist between ownership of certain kinds of dogs and criminal convictions, researchers examined the criminal backgrounds of Ohio dog owners who had either a “high-risk” or an unlicensed dog. More...

Pit Bulls: Dilemma and Debate
The mere mention of pit bulls can be enough to ignite debate among animal welfare professionals and the public alike, but a discussion on the topic at last week's Animal Care Expo included a general sentiment most would agree with: We've only just begun to tackle abuse of the breed. More...

Winning One for the Nippers
Some of the dogs rescued from New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina were not at their friendliest. It took a tender, cautious touch to care for them—and make decisions about their futures. More...

Until Pigs Fly...
A look at some of the many reasons that placing an aggressive dog should never be an option. More...

Blame the Breed?
Report questions the efficacy of breed-specific bans in reducing dog bite-related injuries.  More...

HSUS Statement on Dangerous Dogs and Breed-Specific Legislation
The HSUS opposes legislation aimed at eradicating or strictly regulating dogs based solely on their breed for a number of reasons. More...

The HSUS Statement on the Use of Electro-Muscular Disruption Devices
The HSUS is opposed to the use of Electro-Muscular Disruption (EMD) devices in the capture, control, or handling of animals. The false implication that because they are "non-lethal" they are "safe" may lead humane and law enforcement agencies toward unnecessary reliance on EMD devices. We strongly discourage animal control and other law enforcement agents from the use of these devices as a substitute or supplement to current acceptable animal handling tools or techniques. More...

Model Dangerous Dog Legislation
Grappling with dangerous dog problems? This document, created by companion animal and legislative experts at The HSUS, provides an excellent outline for non-breed-specific dangerous dog law. More...

Dog Bite Prevention for Law Enforcement and Other First Responders
This self-paced online course will enable personnel to recognize and respond to hazardous situations associated with dangerous or potentially dangerous dogs. Developed by Randall Lockwood, Ph.D. More...

Pets for Life Online Courses
This series of four online courses is designed for both the supervisor and front-line staff to learn the latest information and techniques available to establish a behavior evaluation program, improve animal handling, reduce the level of stress for animals, and make more informed decisions regarding adoption matches. Agencies that implement the techniques in these courses increase the likelihood that their adoptions will be successful. Earn a Pets for Life Behavior Certificate from Humane Society University or take the courses individually. More...