‘Vegan’ or ‘Plant-Based’? A Kind Way of Life Versus a Misleading Label

Why favor the term “vegan” over “plant-based”? PETA leaves through the differences between them to help you show compassion for our fellow animals.

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Why You Should Never Buy a Gecko

They’re are commonly sold for low prices at pet stores, like living toys. Here’s why you should never buy a gecko, and steer clear of the reptile trade.

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‘Doc’ Antle Avoids Prison Time for Wildlife Trafficking Convictions, but Federal Charges Remain

Although Antle escaped a prison sentence for his Virginia wildlife trafficking convictions, he still faces multiple federal charges.

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Grab the Tissues! Watch Lada—Once at Death’s Door—Make a Remarkable Transformation

Thanks to your donations, PETA-supported rescuers are able to answer the call when animals, like Lada and Victory, in Ukraine need help.

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Award-Winning Actor Danai Gurira’s Real-Life Mission to Save Dogs

Warrior for animals Danai Gurira teamed up with PETA to warn people about the dangers dogs face when left in hot vehicles, even for just a few minutes.

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Sen. Dianne Feinstein Was a Champion for Big Cats, Horses, and Other Animals

Throughout her long career, Sen. Dianne Feinstein supported legislation to protect animals and spoke out against cruelty, including cub-petting operations and the carnage to horses who are forced to race.

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Calling Students, Parents, and Educators: Help Us ‘Cut Out Dissection’ in October

Calling all school districts, parents, and students—this October, let’s take a scalpel to cruel teaching methods and help end classroom dissection.

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Star-Studded Support: 18 Celebrities Who Light Up National Adopt-a-Dog Month

It’s National Adopt-a-Dog Month, and these 18 celebs are drawing attention to the homeless-animal crisis and the importance of adopting and never buying.

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‘Mouse’ Rescued by ‘Lifeguards’ in Protest Demanding Mexican University Ban Cruel Test

PETA Latino held a demonstration to oppose the forced swim test, which a Mexican university refuses to ban.

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¿Perro o Pollo? PETA Latino Says There’s No Difference

Anyone disturbed by the idea of cooking a canine should think about extending their compassion to all animals and choosing to go vegan.

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Save 200 Animals Every Year by Going Vegan

Did She Consent? PETA’s New Billboards Will Make You Rethink Your Thanksgiving Dinner

Ahead of Canada’s Thanksgiving on October 9, PETA is launching a thought-provoking ad blitz with an important message for Canadians.

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Photos: See How PETA Helped Dogs Trapped in Tropical Storm Ophelia’s Path

See how PETA fieldworkers helped “backyard dogs” left outside in Tropical Storm Ophelia’s path when their owners failed to bring them indoors.

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Maimed Turkeys Languish for at Least 5 Hours Following Truck Crash—When Will Circle S Ranch FINALLY Take Responsibility?

Circle S Ranch is out of excuses. The company’s trucks have been involved in multiple wrecks, which have killed and maimed countless turkeys.

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Animals Scalded to Death, Starved as These 5 Universities Rake In Taxpayer Cash

A new PETA study exposes the worst five violators of animal welfare guidelines among the top publicly funded university laboratories.

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You’ll Jump out of Your Skin After Watching This Star’s New Video

Fashion should be about creativity, not cruelty. Check out how actor Elisabetta Canalis is teaming up with PETA U.K. to help alligators, snakes, and other animals.

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