Why These Six Mushers Deserve a Spot in the Iditarod’s Hall of Shame
PETA supporters protest at 2024 Iditarod
Why These Six Mushers Deserve a Spot in the Iditarod’s Hall of Shame

Iditarod mushers like Rick Swenson, Libby Riddles, and Susan Butcher ran dogs to death. Now they’re being put in the race’s Hall of Shame.

Victory! Miami Seaquarium Is Officially Closed
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Victory! Miami Seaquarium Is Officially Closed

Breaking news! The Miami Seaquarium is officially closed thanks to PETA’s sustained legal pressure, protests, and public pressure.

Illegal Bullfight in Mexico Cancelled After PETA Latino Campaign, Bulls Spared!
Illegal Bullfight in Mexico Cancelled After PETA Latino Campaign, Bulls Spared!

Is bullfighting “macho”? Not according to men in Mexico City. Watch what happened when we surveyed men about their thoughts on the violent spectacle.

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BREAKING: Tiger Kills Joe Exotic Associate
Ryan Easley Whip and Tiger
BREAKING: Tiger Kills Joe Exotic Associate

The big cat exhibitors who aren’t dead or in prison need to send the animals to accredited sanctuaries where they can finally live in peace!

‘World’s Loneliest Gorilla’ Is Kept on a Department Store’s Rooftop
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‘World’s Loneliest Gorilla’ Is Kept on a Department Store’s Rooftop

This department store has a decrepit zoo perched on the building’s upper floor where animals live in squalor above shoppers’ heads.

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Majority of New Yorkers Across Every Major Demographic Support a Ban on Horse-Drawn Carriages, New Poll Shows
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Majority of New Yorkers Across Every Major Demographic Support a Ban on Horse-Drawn Carriages, New Poll Shows

The results are in! A majority of New Yorkers and all leading mayoral candidates agree on THIS ban.

BREAKING UPDATE: Monkey Hit by Car After Roadside Zoo Escape
the monkey who escaped zootastic scampers along electric wire
BREAKING UPDATE: Monkey Hit by Car After Roadside Zoo Escape

Days after a monkey escaped a roadside zoo in North Carolina, THIS happened. Stay posted here for updates on this developing story.

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Death During Running of the Bulls: Man Gored by Likely Terrified Bull
Bull at running of the bulls festival
Death During Running of the Bulls: Man Gored by Likely Terrified Bull

Unlike the man who died, Mosquetero the bull had no say in participating in Ubrique’s running of the bulls.

WATCH: Video Shows a Giraffe Bolting and a Child Flying Through the Air
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WATCH: Video Shows a Giraffe Bolting and a Child Flying Through the Air

This video shows a trip turning terrifying when a giraffe panics—and a child was caught in the chaos. Your family will know better after reading this.

This Philly Icon Has Four Wheels, Not Four Legs
caroline the horse-free e-carriage
This Philly Icon Has Four Wheels, Not Four Legs

Beloved Philadelphia icon Caroline has transported city officials, national celebrities, and countless passengers. Learn more about her and how you can help!

Edie Falco to Adrienne Adams: Why Are You Blocking a Bill That Will Save Horses?
Edie Falco to Adrienne Adams: Why Are You Blocking a Bill That Will Save Horses?

“The Sopranos” star Edie Falco wants New York City to take action for horses. Here’s what she said in a letter to City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams.

A ‘Bloodless’ Portuguese Bullfight Ended When a Bullfighter Was Gored to Death
Bull charging bullfighter in ring. The bullfighter was killed in this incident.
A ‘Bloodless’ Portuguese Bullfight Ended When a Bullfighter Was Gored to Death

A bullfighter’s death in Lisbon is a stark reminder that there is no such thing as ‘bloodless’ bullfights; death is always part of the show.

From a Basement Cage to a Lush Sanctuary: 10 Years Later, Lisa Marie the Chimpanzee Thrives
From a Basement Cage to a Lush Sanctuary: 10 Years Later, Lisa Marie the Chimpanzee Thrives

Lisa Marie the chimpanzee went from cages and cruelty to peace in paradise at a sanctuary. Think you’ve seen amazing transformations? You ain’t seen nothing yet!

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PETA Calls for Ban of Violent Jockey Following HUNDREDS of Documented Whipping Violations
Jockey Paco Lopez whips horse
PETA Calls for Ban of Violent Jockey Following HUNDREDS of Documented Whipping Violations

PETA caught jockey Paco Lopez committing the same whipping violation hundreds of times in just four months.

Feds Cite Circus Exploiting the World’s Most Depressed Elephant
Betty the elephant
Feds Cite Circus Exploiting the World’s Most Depressed Elephant

Read this for updates on Betty’s condition, PETA’s efforts to help her, and how YOU can be part of getting her to a sanctuary where she belongs.

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