Petitions at SAN (Sustainable Action Network)

RECENT PETITIONS

Stop Abusing Orangutans for Entertainment

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Beer cans are allegedly being thrown at orangutans, while they are forced to perform at a popular zoo. Sign this petition and demand officials investigate this zoo and make them stop this cold-hearted abuse if allegations prove to be true.

Punish Leaders of Dogfighting Ring

by Kari Maze ×

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A major dogfighting ring has been discovered in South Carolina. Demand those responsible for this horrible brutality receive the maximum penalty under law.

Praise City for Banning Gas Chamber Euthanasia

by Hang Lisa Huynh ×

Sandy City, Utah has officially banned the use of gas chambers as a form of euthanasia for animals. Praise the city council for its unanimous decision to ban gas chamber euthanasia and implement more humane practices.

Praise Toughest-Ever Sentence for Elephant Poachers

by Jennifer Schwager ×

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A court has handed down its toughest-ever sentence to poachers, asking them to pay a fine of $1 million or face life in prison. Praise the court for its hard stance against the possession and sale of illegal ivory.

Justice for Bear Cubs Shot and Killed in Cold Blood

by Rodney MacMaster ×

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Two bear cubs were cruelly shot to death as they were running away from a home. Demand that the alleged killer of these amazing animals face felony charges for his unnecessary violence.

Don’t Expand Cruel Dolphin Attractions

by Rachael Garcia ×

Dolphin Cove is planning to expand its dolphin parks to a historically safe haven for dolphins. Forcing dolphins into captivity is an immoral practice that traumatizes and deprives these intelligent creatures. Demand that the Turk and Caicos Islands stop this proposal from moving forward.

Stop Filling Seabirds’ Guts With Plastic

by Kelsey Jenkins ×

Ninety percent of seabirds have plastic in their gut, according to a recent study, and nearly all birds could have this problem by 2050. Tell officials to enact an international plan to keep plastic out of our oceans and save the birds.

Save Severely Endangered Porpoise

by Kari Maze ×

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Vaquita porpoises are on the brink of extinction because destructive fishing practices are being utilized. Sign this petition and demand the Mexican government implement stricter laws to help save these animals.

Stop Mass Bird Killings

by Jennifer Schwager ×

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Each year, over 25 million birds are illegally killed in Europe and the Middle East. Demand that authorities crack down on these brutal and unsustainable mass bird killings.

Success: Fox Hunting Ban Preserved

by Kari Maze ×

A fox hunting ban that prevents hunters from using multiple dogs to hunt foxes is not being lifted. Sign this petition to thank United Kingdom’s Labour Party members and all other activists who fought long and hard to keep the ban on this cruel practice in place.

Justice for Emaciated Dog Thrown from Moving Vehicle and Left for Dead

by Kendra Richards ×

An emaciated dog was thrown from a moving vehicle and left to die in a ditch until officers found him. His injuries were so severe he’s having to be trained to walk again. Bring the poor dog justice by demanding that the maximum penalty be issued to the sick abuser.

Demand MAC Cosmetics Resume Cruelty-Free Policy

by Sharon Smith ×

M.A.C. is Funding Animal Testing to Sell in China

MAC has reneged on its cruelty-free policy in order to sell its cosmetics in China. The company is now paying for inhumane animal testing. Demand MAC resume its cruelty-free policy and production practices.

Praise McDonald’s for Dropping Allegedly Cruel Poultry Supplier

by Hang Lisa Huynh ×

McDonald’s has cut ties with an allegedly cruel chicken farm after a video was released showing farmers abusing their chickens. Please sign this petition to thank McDonald’s for doing the right thing and terminating their contract with this inhumane farm.

Criminally Charge Allegedly Abusive Former Animal Shelter Employees

by Kari Maze ×

Animals were allegedly inhumanely euthanized and treated with excessive cruelty by two former animal county employees, yet they have not been brought up on criminal charges. Sign this petition and demand these men be immediately arrested for their alleged animal abuse.

Fire Wildlife Officers Who Killed and Posed with Mountain Lion

by Kari Maze ×

Controversial pictures of wildlife officers posing next to a mountain lion they killed have once again surfaced. Many people feel the situation was not professionally handled, but the investigation has unfortunately come to a close. Sign this petition and demand these officers be fired for the poor choices they made.

Punish Couple Accused of Keeping 280 Animal Carcasses in Freezer

by Hang Lisa Huynh ×

A couple has been charged with animal cruelty after officers discovered hundreds of deceased animals in their refrigerators and freezers. Please sign this petition to support the arrest of the couple for their alleged inhumane treatment of animals.

Vet Who Killed Cat With Bow and Arrow Must Not be Allowed to Practice

by Sharon Smith ×

A veterinarian allegedly shot and killed a cat through the head with a bow and arrow, took a picture, and bragged about it on Facebook. The cat appears to have been a neighbor’s pet. Demand that this woman’s veterinary license be revoked at once for her disturbing actions.

Success: Michigan County Bans Gas Chamber Euthanasia

by Hang Lisa Huynh ×

Inhumane gas chambers have successfully been banned in one Michigan county in favor of lethal injection to euthanize animals. Please sign this petition to praise the commissioners for this victory.

Ban Dangerous Walking Safari Tours

by Kari Maze ×

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A tour guide was recently killed by a lion while giving a walking safari tour, yet these unsafe tours are still being offered to the public. Sign this petition and demand this life-threatening activity be immediately banned.

Capture Fake Animal Control Officers Who Are Stealing Dogs

by Hang Lisa Huynh ×

Fake animal control officers have been taking neighborhood dogs. Ten have already gone missing in a period of two weeks. Please ask authorities to help find and punish these thieves before more pets are lost.

List the American Eel as Endangered

by Kelsey Jenkins ×

Commercial fishing is destroying the population and habitat of the American eel. List the American eel as endangered to protect it from extinction.

Investigate Las Vegas Horse Massacre

by Alexander ×

Over 200 wild horses were found starving on and around federal lands, and 28 have since died at human hands. The Bureau of Land Management happened upon the emaciated mustangs and opted to kill a score of the exhausted and hungry creatures. Demand a federal investigation into this slaughter.

Critically Stabbed Dog Deserves Justice

by Kari Maze ×

A man allegedly stabbed a dog in the neck multiple times. Sign this petition and demand he receive the maximum penalty under law if he is found guilty of this horrifying crime.

Don’t Slaughter the Last Florida Panthers

by Lindsey Weedston ×

The last surviving Florida panthers could be slaughtered to get them out of the way of factory farms and fracking companies. Demand that Florida’s official state animal be protected from extinction at the hands of greedy corporations.

Don’t Destroy Wildlife Habitat to Build Apartments

by Madison Dragna ×

An area teeming with biodiversity is in danger of complete destruction by a proposal to build thousands of apartment units on this precious wildlife habitat. Speak up now before this invasive project is approved.

Arson Victims and Dogs Set on Fire Deserve Justice

by Kari Maze ×

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A man allegedly fed a dog a blade knife, set a car on fire with a dog inside of it, and burned peoples’ houses down. Sign this petition and demand this man be given a lengthy prison sentence if he is found guilty of these heartless crimes.

Don’t Destroy Delicate Wildlife Habitat

by Kari Maze ×

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Fracking is killing endangered species and migratory birds living in fragile habitats at enormous rates. Sign this petition and demand the University of Texas stop destroying delicate ecosystems.

Stop Cruel Pigeon Shoot

by Kari Maze ×

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Hundreds of pigeons may soon be tossed in the air and shot for no other reason than to raise money for political candidates. Sign this petition and demand this alleged cruel event be stopped.

Prosecute Poachers Who Killed Underpopulated Elephants

by Rachael Garcia ×

Two female elephants and their calves were recently slaughtered, bringing a violent end to a three-year streak of no-poaching incidents in Zakouma National Park. Urge authorities to find these cruel poachers and prosecute them to the fullest extent of the law.

Punish Officer Suspected of Abusing Canine

by Kelly Jenkins ×

A police officer appears to whip, kick, and tug cruelly at one of the unit’s canines in a video published online. The officer is still working while an investigation is underway. Call for a temporary suspension while the case is investigated and for the maximum penalty for the officer in question in the event that he is proven guilty.

Allow People to Rescue Distressed and Dying Animals

by Kari Maze ×

Dogs in danger may soon be legally rescued from hot cars by everyday citizens. Sign this petition and request that this bill become law in an effort to save the lives of many animals from neglectful owners.

Stop Terrifying Wild Animals With Drones

by Kari Maze ×

Bears nearly had heart attacks when drones flew over their forest home. These drones cause life-threatening stress to animals and put the health of wildlife at risk. Help limit drone use in wildlife areas.

Stop Killing Rodents with Inhumane, Dangerous Poisons

by Sharon Smith ×

Ground rodents are being inhumanely poisoned on Santa Monica and Malibu school grounds.

Animals are suffering and students of the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District are being exposed to dangerous poisons. Despite public outcry, the district continues to poison ground rodents living on its playgrounds. Demand the school district stop this inhumane form of pest control.

Dogs Left to Die of Heat Exhaustion Deserve Justice

by Kari Maze ×

Two dogs were allegedly left in a hot car with the windows rolled up by a couple who decided they needed to go shopping at the mall. Demand a severe punishment if found guilty of this very inhumane act of animal abuse.

Stop Government from Purchasing Tortured Monkeys

by Sharon Smith ×

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The Canadian government has placed an order with notorious U.S. monkey retailer Primate Products, Inc. PPI has been handed over 25 USDA violations for animal cruelty. Demand Canada rescind its order and stop doing business with PPI.

Stop Slaughtering Animals During Week-Long “Canned Hunt”

by Kari Maze ×

Hundreds of wild animals are being cruelly herded toward hunters so they can be shot during an eight-day hunting event in South Africa. Demand that this callous, unfair hunt be stopped immediately.

Praise Jon Stewart for Creating Animal Sanctuary

by Rachael Garcia ×

Jon Stewart, former host of the Daily Show, is turning his New Jersey farm into an animal sanctuary for rescued farm animals. Thank Stewart and his wife for their continuous support of animal rights and their creation of a safe haven for vulnerable animals.