South Pasadena Bans Sale of Dogs, Cats, and Rabbits
South Pasadena Bans Sale of Dogs, Cats, and Rabbits

The California city has taken a major stand against cruel breeding mills and the homeless-animal overpopulation crisis.

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Always Adopt: Breeders Charged With 100+ Counts of Cruelty to Animals
Always Adopt: Breeders Charged With 100+ Counts of Cruelty to Animals

You’ll hate breeders for sure after viewing these disturbing photos.

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In the Heart of Puppy Mill Country, PETA Says, ‘Adopt, Don’t Shop!’
In the Heart of Puppy Mill Country, PETA Says, ‘Adopt, Don’t Shop!’

National Puppy Day promotes adoption, whereas puppy mills want you to buy. So where better to advertise adoption than in the heart of the puppy-mill industry?

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San Francisco Bans Sale of Nonrescue Dogs and Cats
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San Francisco Bans Sale of Nonrescue Dogs and Cats

PETA applauds San Francisco for outlawing the sale of nonrescue dogs and cats at local pet stores and hopes other cities will quickly follow suit.

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Greedy Breeders Prepare to Churn Out Replicas of Westminster Winner
Greedy Breeders Prepare to Churn Out Replicas of Westminster Winner

Cue the “8-week-old AKC German shepherd puppies” ads. Breeders are already cashing in on the coming breed craze that will result in more suffering for dogs.

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PETA’s Message at Westminster Is Loud and Clear: If You Buy, They May Die
PETA’s Message at Westminster Is Loud and Clear: If You Buy, They May Die

Don’t take away a shelter dog’s chance at a good home. Avoid dog pageants—like Westminster—which promote the breeding of purebred dogs.

‘Sausage Cat’ Breed Not Trendy, Just the Result of Cruelty
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‘Sausage Cat’ Breed Not Trendy, Just the Result of Cruelty

Westminster plans to include cats in its “Meet the Breeds” event this year, but vets warn that cats bred for cosmetic purposes could suffer from various health issues.

Adopt This Cat: That’s an Order!
Adopt This Cat: That’s an Order!

This cute kitten is more than just a pretty face. He’s also pretty awesome.

1,300 Pit Bulls ‘Fixed’ in 2016 and Counting
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1,300 Pit Bulls ‘Fixed’ in 2016 and Counting

Every pit bull we “snip” means a brighter future for these frequently abused dogs.

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WATCH: Dogs Cruelly Killed on So-Called ‘Paradise Island’
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WATCH: Dogs Cruelly Killed on So-Called ‘Paradise Island’

They stagger around in pain before dying slowly, while other dogs watch in terror.

Paris Hilton, Puppy Pimp, Strikes Again
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Paris Hilton, Puppy Pimp, Strikes Again

Heiress buys an $8,000 dog to use as an accessory.

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Grab a Pussy(cat)
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Grab a Pussy(cat)

PETA is aiming to help people choose the right cat-idate and elect to adopt.

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How We’re Ending Pit Bull Overpopulation the Right Way
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How We’re Ending Pit Bull Overpopulation the Right Way

PETA’s free spay/neuter services for pit bulls attack the crisis at its source: breeding!

This Is TNR. Don’t Let Anybody Tell You Different. (Video)
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This Is TNR. Don’t Let Anybody Tell You Different. (Video)

If we wouldn’t abandon our own cats, we shouldn’t abandon any cats.

Snip, Snip, Hooray! PETA ‘Spays’ the Day in Danville
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Snip, Snip, Hooray! PETA ‘Spays’ the Day in Danville

PETA’s third annual trip to Danville, Virginia, is a success—with 123 animals “fixed” and countless unwanted births prevented.

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