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PETA Staffer Shares Her Own Daring Experiences After Reading ‘Free the Animals’
PETA Executive Vice President Tracy Reiman was just in high school when the gripping events detailed in “Free the Animals” unfolded. Find out how she took part in the action and how you can, too.
‘Hell of a Steak’ Commercial Reveals How the Planet Pays the Price for Your Steak Dinner
Would you skip the steak if you knew the true environmental cost of it? Take a look at this powerful anti-meat ad that aired during the 2022 Eurovision contest.
What Is Monkeypox? Here’s What You Need to Know
What is monkeypox? Here’s what you need to know about this rare disease, which has recently been detected in the U.S.
PHOTOS: PETA’s 2022 Poochella Festival Helps Virginia Dogs Find Loving Homes
PETA’s Poochella adoption festival came back with a bang this year, with dozens of happy dogs looking for loving new homes.
Buffalo Shooting Suspect Allegedly Beheaded Cat Weeks Before Attack
Details coming out following the tragic shooting in Buffalo, New York, show that the alleged shooter reportedly had a history of violence toward animals.
Viral Photo of Abandoned Dog Shows Why Open-Admission Shelters Are Vital
Baby Girl, the dog abandoned with a backpack of toys and a note from her distraught guardian, is a victim of irresponsible shelters.
Big News: Burberry Bans Exotic Skins Following PETA Entities’ Campaigns!
Burberry has banned exotic skins following campaigns by PETA entities. Will Hermès, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton be next?
From Birds to Bugs: PETA Kids Lists Books to Inspire the Whole Family
If you’re looking for new stories to fill your child’s imagination, take a page out of PETA Kids’ book with these colorful and engaging tales of empathy for animals.
Help Your Kids Reach Goals and Learn New Skills With These Animal-Friendly Activities
From making an insect-rescue kit to enjoying a scoop (or two!) of their favorite vegan ice cream, your child’s summer vacation will be filled with fun and educational experiences, thanks to PETA Kids’ activity boards.
GRAPHIC: PETA Obtains Disturbing Photos Exposing the Lie of ‘Live Release’ Stats
The animal “rescue” industry is an unregulated Wild West. Animals are suffering and dying horrifically as a result.
Why You Should Never ‘Like’ or Share Videos of Animals Being Teased on Social Media
If you come across a social media post or video showing animals being teased, speak out: Leave feedback and help inform others about why these things are harmful. Learn what to say now.
Save a Horse—Ride a Horseless Carriage! Charleston Business Unveils City’s First Electric Carriage
Save a horse—ride a horseless carriage! See what a Charleston business owner did to help horses exploited in his city.
Meet Praxis: The Rebellious Latino Artist Standing Up Against Speciesism
Praxis is a Latin American illustrator and stencil artist who uses his talents to promote animal rights and make positive changes.
PETA Science Group Presents Awards to Promote Non-Animal Tests
PETA scientists regularly award promising researchers with the tools they need to replace animal tests with modern, kinder methods.
PETA Uncovers Strangulation of Young Monkey at UC-Berkeley
PETA recently uncovered shocking violations of federal animal welfare laws at UC-Berkeley. Find out how you can help monkeys.
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“Almost all of us grew up eating meat, wearing leather, and going to circuses and zoos. We never considered the impact of these actions on the animals involved. For whatever reason, you are now asking the question: Why should animals have rights?” READ MORE
— Ingrid E. Newkirk, PETA President and co-author of Animalkind