Alisa Mullins

Alisa Mullins

Alisa regularly contributes to PETA’s Animal Times magazine, and her writing has also been published in The New York TimesThe Charlotte Observer, the Las Vegas Review-JournalReader’s DigestNewsweek, and many other newspapers and magazines. Her proudest achievement was participating in a sit-in at Calvin Klein’s office that led the designer to swear off fur. Alisa is an avid gardener and HGTV addict who is never happier than when she has a shovel or paintbrush in her hand.

Horse Racing in 60 Seconds
Horse Racing in 60 Seconds

Only one horse can win a race. What happens to the losers? Watch this video to find out.

‘Simpsons’ Co-Creator Rescues Horse Labeled ‘Rat’
‘Simpsons’ Co-Creator Rescues Horse Labeled ‘Rat’

Sam Simon steps in to save a horse who came from a stable where a PETA investigator documented routine drug misuse.

Terror at 30,000 Feet: No, This Isn’t an ‘American Horror Story’ Script
Terror at 30,000 Feet: No, This Isn’t an ‘American Horror Story’ Script

Air France passengers’ eyes weren’t deceiving them when they thought they saw a famous movie star confined to a crate at LAX.

Update: Illegal Shock Devices Smuggled Into Horse Races (Video)
Update: Illegal Shock Devices Smuggled Into Horse Races (Video)

With the Kentucky Derby fast approaching, PETA calls on Churchill Downs to crack down on illegal shock devices.

Carriage Flips Over, Pins Horse in NYC Accident
Carriage Flips Over, Pins Horse in NYC Accident

According to an eyewitness, the drivers cared more about the carriage than the horse after an accident.

Small Town Takes Big Step for Dogs
Small Town Takes Big Step for Dogs

After citizens in Weldon, North Carolina, expressed concerns about the suffering of chained dogs in their community, town officials took decisive action.

Owner of Preakness Track Implements Reform Program
Owner of Preakness Track Implements Reform Program

Following a meeting with PETA, the owner of Pimlico Race Course and other tracks announces that it’s implementing strict new reforms at all its tracks.

This Little ‘Piggy’ Can’t Believe You’d Eat Ham for Easter
This Little ‘Piggy’ Can’t Believe You’d Eat Ham for Easter

Thinking about having a honey-baked ham for Easter? This little “piggy” would like you to reconsider.

Update: Animal Trainer Who Starved Elephant Denied Another Exhibitor License
Update: Animal Trainer Who Starved Elephant Denied Another Exhibitor License

The USDA has denied an abusive animal trainer’s request for a new exhibitor license.

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Building Little Houses in the Big House
Building Little Houses in the Big House

People from all walks of life support PETA’s “Angels for Animals” doghouse delivery program—including people who are doing 20 years to life.

Victory! Sordid Slaughterhouse to Shut Its Doors
Victory! Sordid Slaughterhouse to Shut Its Doors

Soon, pigs will no longer be electro-shocked at a Mississippi slaughterhouse that PETA exposed last year.

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Mickey Rooney’s Timeless Message of Love for Animals
Mickey Rooney’s Timeless Message of Love for Animals

In an exclusive video for PETA, Mickey Rooney and his wife, Jan, talk about the importance of adopting homeless animals.

Kentucky Horse-Racing Track Returns to Its Old Dirty Tricks
Kentucky Horse-Racing Track Returns to Its Old Dirty Tricks

A Kentucky horse-racing track takes two steps backward with its plans to replace its high-tech synthetic track with a dangerous dirt track.

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Dog Who Lost His Tail Is Looking for a Place to Park His Rump
Dog Who Lost His Tail Is Looking for a Place to Park His Rump

After someone crudely attempted to “amputate” his tail with a rubber band, an Australian cattle dog is on the mend and looking for a home.

Chihuahuas in the Snow
Chihuahuas in the Snow

You’ll never guess who was left out in this winter’s record-breaking cold: the tiniest dogs. And here are three who survived.

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