Category: Cruel Practices
Tune In: PETA VP Featured on Podcast Breaks Down ‘No-Kill’ Sham
© iStock.com/mihakonceptcomWhat does “no-kill” really mean? A PETA vice president joined “The Animal Welfare Junction” podcast to discuss the divisive term.
Video: See Rescued ‘Backyard Dogs’ Thrive in Cancún Foster Home
When a local woman alerted us to two thin, chained dogs in Cancún, we acted immediately. See Kal and Abigail now.
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.
How Michigan’s Even Keel Exotics Pushed Feds Past the Tipping Point
In August 2023, the USDA confiscated close to 150 animals from Michigan’s Even Keel Exotics. Learn how PETA played a part.
PETA Doesn’t Just ‘Throw Shade’—We Take Action for Animals
Meet five of the many “backyard dogs” who survived the extreme heat, thanks to PETA’s creative problem-solving.
Meet a Few of the Thousands of Animals PETA Fieldworkers Helped This Spring
When an animal is in need, PETA fieldworkers do everything in their power to help. Learn more about their groundbreaking work.
Why You Should NEVER Leave Your Dog Alone on a Balcony
Is it safe to leave my dog on the balcony? PETA breaks down the risks of leaving your dog alone outside—on a chain, in a yard, or on a balcony.
There’s No Such Thing as an ‘Overbred’ Dog—Here’s Why
Nature didn’t create dog breeds—humans did. “Purebred” and “overbred” dogs suffer from many health issues just so they’ll look a certain way.
A Doggone Win: Wieden+Kennedy Commits to Stopping Its Use of BIBs in Ads
Wieden+Kennedy joins other marketing agencies that have committed to not featuring images of bulldogs, pugs, or other BIBs in new campaigns.
Just a Few Minutes Can Be Deadly: Never Leave Your Dog in the Car
Even when cars are designed with emergency fail-safe systems, they can still fail. So how can you trust that your dog will be safe in a car with the AC running?
Cruel, Seedy, and Greedy: Comparing Animal Hoarders, Roadside Zoos, and Puppy Mills
How do animal hoarders compare with roadside zoos and puppy mills? PETA spotlights their speciesist similarities and what you can do to help their victims.
Is There a ‘Dark Side’ to PETA? Board Our Starship to Shine Light on a Rebel Force
If someone asks, “What’s the dark side of PETA?” we’ve got the answer. Let us shine a lightsaber on the truth of our efforts for animal rights.
Never Be Silent About Animal Neglect: Seedy Store Selling Reptiles Gets Shut Down
Visited a neglectful reptile store before but didn’t know how to speak up? Learn how one individual got over 300 animals removed from a hellhole in Plymouth.
PETA Uses AI to Help Breathing-Impaired Dog Breeds and Cows Abused for Milk
Curious about PETA’s first AI-generated ad images? Learn why artist Shad Clark used AI to create these striking visuals to help exploited dogs and cows.
Peek Inside: PETA’s Vital Community Work From January to March 2023
PETA received 581 requests for assistance during the first three months of 2023. Meet just a few of the animals whose lives we improved.
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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