1.   A more practical solution to this problem is offered by humane groups and individuals who wish to effect a lasting change.

2.   But humane groups see the proposal as a throwback to the days when bounty hunters nearly wiped out the seals.

3.   But the humane groups say the Fish and Wildlife plan is outdated.

4.   By the time the humane groups could fend off concerned animals lovers, most of the animals were too far gone to save.

5.   For more than a century, local governments in many states have paid humane groups to handle the problem of stray dogs.

6.   Humane groups say lessons can be taught just as effectively with plastic models or computer simulations, usually at a savings.

7.   Local governments in many states have paid humane groups to handle the problem of stray dogs.

8.   Most private humane groups and animal control agencies have such volunteer programs.

9.   While humane groups justifiably attack the sale of poor quality puppy mill dogs, they practice their own form of risk concealment.