Craigslist Killers: ‘Free to a Good Home’ Meant Torture and Death for These Animals
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Craigslist Killers: ‘Free to a Good Home’ Meant Torture and Death for These Animals

One dog burned alive and others decapitated on camera—these are just a couple of victims of “free to a good home” ads on Craigslist.

What I Learned About Pit Bulls Woke Me Up
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What I Learned About Pit Bulls Woke Me Up

Chained, fought, and abused: The real story about pit bulls.

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Pit Bulls Pose in Support of Breed-Specific Protective Legislation
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Pit Bulls Pose in Support of Breed-Specific Protective Legislation

Pit bulls are the most neglected, abused, and euthanized dog breed. So PETA people and their pit bull pals are sharing selfies to support spaying and neutering all pits.

Los Angeles County Votes to Save Lives Right ‘Meow’
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Los Angeles County Votes to Save Lives Right ‘Meow’

Los Angeles County supervisors are “paw”-sitively saving more than nine cat lives.

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Animals’ Favorite Playboy Playmates
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Animals’ Favorite Playboy Playmates

The iconic men’s magazine “Playboy” is pulling its pin-ups, but have no fear: Here at PETA, we’d still rather bare skin than wear skin.

Guest Post: Animals Aren’t Numbers
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Guest Post: Animals Aren’t Numbers

Statistics don’t tell the whole story. One shelter director explains why she’ll always do the right thing for animals in need.

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Beatles Donate Use of ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ to PETA for Adoption Campaign
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Beatles Donate Use of ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ to PETA for Adoption Campaign

After three decades of being one of the most prolific forces for animal rights, Paul McCartney is still finding creative new ways to promote compassion.

These Cats Love PETA’s Spay/Neuter Clinic (Photos)
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These Cats Love PETA’s Spay/Neuter Clinic (Photos)

PETA spays and neuters more than 120 cats and dogs during three-day marathon.

These Dogs Didn’t Have to Die Frightened and Alone on a Dirt Road
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These Dogs Didn’t Have to Die Frightened and Alone on a Dirt Road

What happens when shelters turn away animals in need? The animals suffer and die somewhere else.

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PETA Wants to Nip the Problem of Deadbeat Dads in the Bud
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PETA Wants to Nip the Problem of Deadbeat Dads in the Bud

With Father’s Day approaching, PETA is getting snippy with deadbeat dads.

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850 Animals Who Will Never Contribute to the Overpopulation Crisis
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850 Animals Who Will Never Contribute to the Overpopulation Crisis

Are you as passionate about tackling the homeless-animal crisis as PETA is? Do we have the job for you!

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What Are These Animals Doing on a Train?
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What Are These Animals Doing on a Train?

Thousands of commuters get a reminder to spay, neuter, and adopt homeless animals from the shelter.

You’ve Gotta Be ‘Kitten’ Me: A Month of Free Cat Spays
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You’ve Gotta Be ‘Kitten’ Me: A Month of Free Cat Spays

In an effort to save lives before “kitten season” floods animal shelters, PETA is offering free spay/neuter surgeries for cats throughout the month of April.

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Bob Barker Visits Namesake Building—PETA’s Los Angeles Office!
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Bob Barker Visits Namesake Building—PETA’s Los Angeles Office!

On Friday, March 13, PETA celebrated five years since the ribbon cutting of our beautiful Bob Barker building in Los Angeles. Guess who came by to help us celebrate? We were thrilled to express our thanks for Mr. Barker’s incredible generosity and everything he has done to help animals throughout his career. Here’s a look at all … Read more »

The Billboard That Shines a Light on Dog Shows’ Dark Side
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The Billboard That Shines a Light on Dog Shows’ Dark Side

Attendees at a Denver dog show are squirming after PETA’s billboard points out the uncomfortable truth: Breeders kill shelter dogs’ chances.

White dog photo © Isselee | Dreamstime.com; Dog Behind Bars © iStock.com/Dan Brandenburg
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