Barking at the Knot

Barking at the Knot

Understanding the hidden history of animal services

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  • Statistics Related to the Cruelty Practiced Upon Animals or Happy Birthday Henry Bergh

    On a stormy night in 1865, Henry Bergh gave a speech in Clinton Hall in New York City that set the stage for the formation of the ASPCA. Find out what he talked about.

    Audrey Lodato

    August 26, 2025
    1860s, Animal Welfare
    Animal Welfare, animals, ASPCA, books, Clinton Hall, Cruelis, Cruelism, dogs, history, Humane Movement, hydrophobia, philosophy, religion, The NY sun, West village, writing

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