The Amish are a unique community known for their simple, traditional way of life, strong religious beliefs, and distinct cultural practices. Amish women play vital roles within their communities ...

Activists protest at hearing for Amish dog breeder accused of drowning puppies in manure Updated: May. 15, 2024, 10:43 a.m. | Published: May. 14, 2024, 4:39 p.m.

Women who leave their Amish community often face employment, housing and mental health challenges as they transition to non-Amish American culture. Learn more about the organizations offering support.

A little more than five years ago, an Amish dairy farmer in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, welcomed a nervous, fidgeting man onto his property to discuss the sale of puppies that the farmer ...

YORK COUNTY, Pa. — It was after dark when George A. Santos approached the farmer in Pennsylvania’s Amish country looking to buy at least eight puppies. He promised a wire transfer of more than ...

A Purdue University center and commercial dog breeders from an Indiana town that has a large Amish population are working to create breeding standards meant to improve dogs' well-being.