Miami Seaquarium Owner Open to Freeing Long-Suffering Orca Lolita
Lolita at Miami Seaquarium
Miami Seaquarium Owner Open to Freeing Long-Suffering Orca Lolita

PETA is glad to hear that the new owner of the Miami Seaquarium is still committed to releasing the orca Lolita to a seaside sanctuary. If she is healthy enough, we look forward to seeing it happen.

End of Year Action Recap: Victories by PETA Supporters and How You Can Add More
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End of Year Action Recap: Victories by PETA Supporters and How You Can Add More

Need some great end of year inspiration? Check out these 2022 victories for animals by PETA supporters, and take action with our easy, cutting-edge systems.

Situation Critical: ‘Sloth Encounters’ Gets Slammed by the Feds
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Situation Critical: ‘Sloth Encounters’ Gets Slammed by the Feds

PETA shares the critical citations that shady Sloth Encounters exhibitor Larry Wallach has received for his ongoing exploitation of sloths.

5 Shocking PETA Investigations That Sparked Major Action for Animals in 2022
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5 Shocking PETA Investigations That Sparked Major Action for Animals in 2022

See some of the shocking findings that PETA’s investigations uncovered—and how our work helped animals in 2022.

Michigan Roadside Zoo Fined Thousands After PETA Alerts USDA
A juvenile bear clinging to the wire fence on their dirt-floored enclosure.
Michigan Roadside Zoo Fined Thousands After PETA Alerts USDA

At Indian Creek Zoo, workers left animals in dangerous enclosures and failed to provide them with vital veterinary care.

PETA Files FTC Complaint Over Injuries to Visitors, Staff at SeaQuest Aquariums
FTC complaint: Seaquest injuries
PETA Files FTC Complaint Over Injuries to Visitors, Staff at SeaQuest Aquariums

Animals die and humans are injured at SeaQuest aquariums—yet the company markets itself as safe and family-friendly. That’s why PETA is asking the FTC to get involved.

L.A. Parks and Rec Ends Forced Pony Rides in Griffith Park!
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L.A. Parks and Rec Ends Forced Pony Rides in Griffith Park!

After comments from the public, the department decided not to renew Griffith Park Pony Rides and Petting Zoo’s contract. Elderly ponies were forced to work for hours in sweltering heat.

SeaWorld Just Secretly Shipped 24 Dolphins to Abu Dhabi
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SeaWorld Just Secretly Shipped 24 Dolphins to Abu Dhabi

Learn the names and histories of the 24 dolphins SeaWorld just shipped thousands of miles across the globe.

Seedy SeaQuest Aquarium Chain Loses Sam’s Club Support
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Seedy SeaQuest Aquarium Chain Loses Sam’s Club Support

Celebrate a PETA victory for animals! Read why Sam’s Club is the first major company to cut ties with SeaQuest, and learn how you can help.

Tiger-Rental Companies Treat Big Cats Like Party Favors
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Tiger-Rental Companies Treat Big Cats Like Party Favors

Everglades Exotics and Predators Unlimited rent out tigers and other animals for parties and photo shoots. Animals are not party favors, and these encounters are dangerous for everyone involved.

Shalom Wildlife ‘Sanctuary’ Is Deceiving the Public While Animals Are Dying—Don’t Let It!
A brown bear gnawing at the bars to their enclosure
Shalom Wildlife ‘Sanctuary’ Is Deceiving the Public While Animals Are Dying—Don’t Let It!

THIS seedy roadside zoo in Wisconsin is the furthest thing from a real “sanctuary.” Here’s why you shouldn’t support it.

Animals WERE Harmed: How American Humane Has Failed Animals
Animals WERE Harmed: How American Humane Has Failed Animals

“No animals were harmed”? We disagree. PETA’s video reveals why you shouldn’t trust American Humane labels.

‘All Things Wild’ Exhibitor Lisa Lopez Slapped With $16,000 Civil Penalty Following Multiple Investigation Requests by PETA
All Things Wild exhibit with tigers
‘All Things Wild’ Exhibitor Lisa Lopez Slapped With $16,000 Civil Penalty Following Multiple Investigation Requests by PETA

Following a tip from PETA, Lisa Lopez—the operator of a cruel tiger exhibit known as All Things Wild—is in hot water with federal officials.

‘Ellie on the Shelf’ Brings Tidings of Comfort and Joy to Families This Holiday
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‘Ellie on the Shelf’ Brings Tidings of Comfort and Joy to Families This Holiday

This holiday season, help your family spread peace on Earth to all animals with PETA’s “Ellie on the Shelf.” Are you up to the “tusk”?

Mt. Hope Auction Cited by the USDA 21 Times in Under 2 Months
A black fox laying in tiny crate, on top of dirty straw.
Mt. Hope Auction Cited by the USDA 21 Times in Under 2 Months

A dead ram and dangerous enclosures are among the many horrible conditions found by USDA inspectors at the notorious Mt. Hope exotic animal auction.

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