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Since its founding in 1907, Marin Humane has been a leading voice when it comes to advocating for animals. It’s something ingrained in our DNA. We keep our finger on the pulse of important issues, collaborate with other advocates, lend our voice when needed, and lobby for change.
Service animals, emotional support animals, and your business
There’s a lot of confusion out there about the difference between a Service Animal and an Emotional Support Animal, which are two different categories of animals that help people. A Service Animal is an accommodation for a disability, not a pet, and performs [...]
Issues with ‘no-kill’ shelters show how focus needs to change
With several large-scale cases in California of alleged cruelty by animal rescues in the spotlight, including the most recent accusations of Miranda’s Rescue in Humboldt County with ties to some Bay Area shelters, it’s time to talk about a major reason these disturbing [...]
Fireworks are no fun for animals
Ugh, it’s that time of year again. People are already setting off fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, even in Marin where they’re illegal. Don’t get me wrong, fireworks can be visually amazing but what’s not so amazing is their effect [...]
Help keep baby birds safe
Spring is approaching in Marin, as evidenced by the sights and smells of beautiful flowers and by the melodic chirping of the many species of birds native to our area. It’s baby season for many animals, including birds, so it’s important we keep [...]
Don’t let animals get spooked this Halloween
As the countdown to Halloween begins, I’ve been stocking up on candy and dusting off the spooky décor to ready my house and yard for a night of trick-or-treating. My young daughter loves the decorations — and, let’s be honest, the sugar high [...]
Living with Coyotes
Coyotes are monogamous. They breed just once a year from February to May and their gestation period is 63 days. Litters usually average anywhere from three to seven pups. These pups are born underground in a den that the female hollows out. Their [...]
