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In addition to the effects of these invasive species on ecosystems, there are also compelling humane and public safety arguments for restricting trade. There is a list of human victims of captive snakes, including a 2-year-old girl who was strangled in her crib by a pet Burmese python who had escaped from its enclosure.

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Here is a New York Times profile of Humane Society president Wayne Pacelle.

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Because the Agriculture Department enforces the Animal Welfare Act, this authorizing bill deals with a broad range of subjects regarding the humane treatment of animals. The Humane Society of the United States and other animal protection organizations support the farm bill because of these achievements for animals.

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Wayne Pacelle President and Chief Executive The Humane Society of the United States Washington, March 8, 2008 He has simply rehashed the party line from the slaughterhouse industry. Most Americans, by contrast, join with us in demanding better regulations to safeguard farm animals and more credible inspections of our food.

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Though it may be too late for too many, we can only hope that diseased animals are not left in pain but are humanely euthanized to end their suffering. Wayne Pacelle President and Chief Executive, Humane Society of the United States Washington, Aug. In the long term, there is a glimmer of hope for China’s pigs.

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Wayne Pacelle President and Chief Executive Humane Society of the United States Washington, Sept.

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The Humane Society of the United States’ recommendation to euthanize animals after 72 hours at the shelter was specific to this situation and does not apply universally, as your article might suggest. Wayne Pacelle President and Chief Executive Humane Society of the U.S. Washington, Feb.