Animal Rights Organizations in the United States

• American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals  - Western Hemisphere's first humane organization. Aims to reduce injustices or exploitation on animals. Site presents information on organization activities, programs, and ways to help.
• Animals and Society Institute  - Independent research and educational organization dedicated to advancing the status of animals in public policy. Also aims to promote the study of human-animal relationships.
• Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights (AVAR)  - Organization promoting animal rights through public education and the advancement of the veterinary profession.
• Born Free USA  - Nonprofit organization and national animal advocacy. Advances the protection of animals from cruelty and exploitation.
• Coalition for Animal Justice  - Aims to represent the welfare of companion animals. Advocates the implementation of maximum jail sentences for those who abuse or exploit companion animals.
• Doris Day Animal League  - Citizen's lobbying organization founded to improve the humane treatment of animals through legislative initiatives.
• Eastern Shore Sanctuary and Education Center  - Organization aims to provide sanctuary for hens and roosters that have escaped or have been rescued from abusive situations.
• Friends of Animals  - Highlights the activities of the animal rights and welfare advocacy group. Includes history, objectives, programs, strategies, leaders, blogs and news.
• The Humane Society of the United States  - Addresses the issues of inhumane practices and conditions affecting farm and companion animals, wildlife, and endangered species.
• Last Chance for Animals  - Organization established to oppose the use of animals for scientific experiments, entertainment, clothing, and food.
• National Organization to Protect ALIEN Wildlife Species (NOPAWS)  - Advocacy group working for the protection of "animals living in the wild somewhere other than their native country.".
• New England Federation of Humane Societies  - Private nonprofit organization founded to promote a more humane world--with emphasis on animal welfare--through education, training, and information and networking opportunities.