Our vision​ is a world without animal suffering where all beings are treated with compassion.

ABOUT US

Campaigns

Love Your Wild Neighbor

Raccoons, groundhogs, and skunks are part of wild, wonderful Pennsylvania. HAP is working on a campaign to educate residents of Allegheny County and beyond on humane harassment techniques that serve as an alternative to trapping.

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"no plastic please"

We are committed to eliminating single-use plastic and are proud to encourage and help local residents, businesses, and organizations reduce their plastic consumption.

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What does the Model Humane City look like?

Founded in 2015, our goal is to mold our home city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania into America’s Model Humane City…and we are well on our way.

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Our Victories

Passage of the Reptile Ordinance

On Tuesday, March 23, Pittsburgh City Council unanimously passed Ordinance No. 36, which bans the ownership of any Crocodilian species or any Red-eared slider, which includes alligators, crocodiles, caimans, gharials, and red-eared slider turtles.

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Pittsburgh Zoo Starting AZA Accreditation Process

Following years of behind-the-scenes work by HAP leadership, on Friday, March 19, the Pittsburgh Zoo announced they were finally beginning the process of achieving AZA accreditation once again.

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Arrests Made for Pigeon Poisoning

On Tuesday, March 23, four people were arrested after a HAP member found ten pigeons convulsing on the ground near the Frick Building downtown Pittsburgh on Thanksgiving Day last year.

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Compassionate Living

Lean and Green Day Pledge

Did you know that in addition to hurting animals, eating animal products wreaks havoc on our environment and our health? For every day you eat vegan rather than consuming animal products, you save precious resources and at least one animal.

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Compassionate Events

We are dedicated to promoting a compassionate diet and are excited to collaborate with local businesses and organizations in the Pittsburgh area.

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Humane Education

We offer free speakers to present at high school and college classes, assemblies, and events, as well as houses of faith.

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Take Action

Humane Action Pittsburgh meeting

Attend Meetings

HAP brings the animal community together every six weeks to discuss current local, state, and federal animal issues. We give you the information you need to prioritize animal concerns with your community leaders and make the most effective and efficient use of your animal protection time.

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Get Involved

Want to get a little more involved? Join one of our campaigns, our education team, or our meeting and events committee.

Volunteer

Volunteer

Ready for a bigger commitment? HAP offers many opportunities to volunteer through temporary and permanent positions. If you are interested in applying, please check out our Volunteer page.