Cruel, Seedy, and Greedy: Comparing Animal Hoarders, Roadside Zoos, and Puppy Mills

How do animal hoarders compare with roadside zoos and puppy mills? PETA spotlights their speciesist similarities and what you can do to help their victims.

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The Face That Launched a Thousand Adoption Applications? Meet Helen

A painful medical condition left its mark on Helen’s eye. But this adoptable cat made a full recovery and is still beautiful—inside and out!

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No More Darkness for Midnight: Give This Adoptable Dog a Bright Future

Chained and isolated in a backyard, Midnight’s former life was bleak and lonely. But thanks to PETA, the future shines like the stars for this adoptable pup.

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You Shouldn’t Play With Fire—Adopt and Play With Fuego Instead!

This abandoned cat watched his whole world go up in flames, but his cheerful outlook remains unscathed. Can you give him the love and safety he needs?

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Help Adoptable Cat Kumar Find the ‘Right Castle’ to Call His Own

Kumar was suffering from a severe respiratory infection—not to mention a shocking lack of late-night munchie options—when PETA swooped in to help. Now all he needs is a new home!

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A Glow-Up for the Ages: Wally’s a Brand-New Dog Who Needs Brand-New Digs

Left outside with no shelter and a raging skin infection, Wally had shut down completely. But today the only thing contagious is this adoptable pup’s newfound optimism!

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Want a Companion Who’ll Keep You Laughing? Meet the Marvelous Mr. Milo

Thanks to PETA, Milo’s story is spinning from tragedy to comedy. Can you give this fun-loving kitten the care and respect he deserves—and a place to work on his stand-up act?

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From Couch to Campfire and Back Again: Adventure Awaits With Georgina

With some help from PETA, Georgina is trading a filthy, outdoor pen for family and outdoor fun. Would you give her a new life of adoration and adventure?

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You Bring the Popcorn; They’ll Bring the Fun—Meet Two Adoptable Film Buffs

Need a buddy or two for bingeing the latest creature features? Edward and Seymour are here to bring some feline fun to your movie nights.

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These Dogs’ Happy Tale Took a Tragic Turn: Can You Be Their Hero?

Buster and Zoey had a wonderful home until their guardian fell severely ill. Can you give these bonded Chihuahuas a second chance at the love and comfort they deserve?

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Feeling Lonely This Friendsgiving? Claire the Cat Is Here to Help

Claire spent years roughing it outside in a rural mobile home park. Thankfully, the residents called PETA for help, and now this cuddly calico is looking for a loving, indoor home.

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From Fearful Five to Fabulous Friends: Meet These Adoptable Kittens

These kittens were literally thrown to the dogs, but thanks to quick-thinking PETA staffers, they survived the ordeal. Do you have room for one (or two) in your family?

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Career Cat Hopes to Hang Up Hard Hat and Work From Home—Maybe Yours?

When workers at a recycling plant realized they could no longer care for sweet Peque—whom they found abandoned as a kitten—they called PETA for help with finding her a permanent home.

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Lucy, I’m Home! (That’s Just What This Adoptable Rottie Wants to Hear)

Lucy was heartbroken when her loving guardian fell ill. But now, this radiant Rottweiler is ready to be your right-hand gal.

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Cool, Cuddly, and Cute as a Button: All This Cat Needs Is a New Family

Buttons is neutered, healthy, up to date on veterinary care, and ready to find his perfect match. Think that could be you?

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“Almost all of us grew up eating meat, wearing leather, and going to circuses and zoos. We never considered the impact of these actions on the animals involved. For whatever reason, you are now asking the question: Why should animals have rights?” READ MORE

— Ingrid E. Newkirk, PETA President and co-author of Animalkind