Solitary Confinement: Bad for Kids, Bad for Dogs
Animal Companions
Solitary Confinement: Bad for Kids, Bad for Dogs

It’s time to end ALL solitary confinement.

Video: Dogs Cry, Left Outside to Freeze During Blizzard
Video: Dogs Cry, Left Outside to Freeze During Blizzard

The animals’ whimpering will break your heart.

Video: Curious Kitten Can’t Believe Who’s on the Other Side of the Window
Animal Companions
Video: Curious Kitten Can’t Believe Who’s on the Other Side of the Window

Watch this kitten’s ridiculous reaction to an unusual guest at PETA’s shelter.

Video: Rescued Kitty + Ball Pit = Magic
Animal Companions
Video: Rescued Kitty + Ball Pit = Magic

Henri seems like a very dignified cat—until he discovers the wonders of a ball pit at PETA’s shelter.

What ‘Making a Murderer’ Didn’t Say About Cruelty to Animals
Animal Companions
What ‘Making a Murderer’ Didn’t Say About Cruelty to Animals

Cruelty to animals is a red flag that must be taken seriously.

© iStock.com/molishka1988
People Will Decapitate Snakes in Florida, Compete for Prize
People Will Decapitate Snakes in Florida, Compete for Prize

PETA urges organizers to ban the cruel decapitation of nonnative Burmese pythons and stop offering cash prizes to those who kill snakes.

A Record-Setting Year for PETA’s Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics!
Animal Companions
A Record-Setting Year for PETA’s Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics!

2015 was the best year ever for PETA’s low- and no-cost mobile spay/neuter clinics, which sterilized a record number of animals.

Smurf Got Help, but What About the Countless Others Like Him?
Smurf Got Help, but What About the Countless Others Like Him?

A kitten who was dyed purple and apparently used as a live chew toy has found help, but countless other abused animals need a safe place to go.

Just What the World Doesn’t Need: Two More Dog Breeds
Animal Companions
Just What the World Doesn’t Need: Two More Dog Breeds

Belief in the sanctity of “pure bloodlines.” Striving for a “master race.” A superiority complex. The AKC isn’t so different from the KKK.

© iStock.com/Laures
Chained Puggle Goes From Mud Puddle to Christmas Cuddle
Animal Companions
Chained Puggle Goes From Mud Puddle to Christmas Cuddle

Help make this puggle’s Christmas wish come true: Adopt him!

There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays—Will Jason Get One?
Animal Companions
There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays—Will Jason Get One?

Jason has never had a cozy home for the holidays—just a cold, filthy crate. Luckily, PETA volunteers found him. Now he has a chance at finding one!

PETA Pays Tribute to Scott Weiland
Animal Companions
PETA Pays Tribute to Scott Weiland

To honor the legacy of Scott Weiland, who rescued a stray pit bull, PETA is offering free services to other adopted pit bulls.

© StarMaxInc.com
These Kittens Want to Do Your Housework (Photos)
Animal Companions
These Kittens Want to Do Your Housework (Photos)

Donatello and Raphael don’t do windows, but they do win hearts.

Things Are Looking Rosy for Pinky
Animal Companions
Things Are Looking Rosy for Pinky

A rescued pit bull with a case of mange so bad that it turned his skin hot pink gets a home for the holidays.

You Won’t Believe These So-Called ‘Doghouses’
Animal Companions
You Won’t Believe These So-Called ‘Doghouses’

You’d probably throw away old mattresses or exercise equipment, but such castoffs are the only things standing between these dogs and the next snowstorm.

JOIN US
Get urgent alerts, breaking animals rights news, and easy ways to take action for animals!
PETA bunny
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
At least one of the following fields is required.
This field is hidden when viewing the form
This field is hidden when viewing the form
Untitled

Get the Latest Tips—Right in Your Inbox
We’ll e-mail you weekly with the latest in vegan recipes, fashion, and more!

By submitting this form, you’re acknowledging that you have read and agree to our privacy policy and agree to receive e-mails from us.