Alisa Mullins

Alisa Mullins

Alisa regularly contributes to PETA’s Animal Times magazine, and her writing has also been published in The New York Times, The Charlotte Observer, the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Reader’s Digest, Newsweek, 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.

It Took a Village to Save This Cat
Pumpkin, a senior cat rescued by PETA
It Took a Village to Save This Cat

Thanks to several “fairy godparents,” this cat won’t spend any more winters shivering outside.

Video: Chained Dog Finally Gets to Know ‘the Love of Family’
Rescued dog Buster being held by his new guardian Doris
Video: Chained Dog Finally Gets to Know ‘the Love of Family’

Watch the touching moment when this formerly chained dog’s new guardian greets him at the door—and be sure to have a box of tissues handy.

World’s Cutest Ghost Adventure Has a PURRfect Ending
These PETA-rescued kittens are available for adoption
World’s Cutest Ghost Adventure Has a PURRfect Ending

Sometimes, things that go bump in the night need to be rescued, too! Fortunately, a woman acted on her instincts and called PETA.

Snatched From the Jaws of Death, This Dog Is Ready for a Safe Haven
Theodore on a blue leash
Snatched From the Jaws of Death, This Dog Is Ready for a Safe Haven

Trapped on a tether, Theodore could only watch helplessly as other animals were attacked and killed by another dog. Would he be next?

Stranded Cat Spotted on Last Pass Through Flooded NC Town (Video)
Pretty tortoiseshell cat at PETA headquarters
Stranded Cat Spotted on Last Pass Through Flooded NC Town (Video)

After surviving Hurricane Florence flooding by finding refuge on a swamped porch, this cat is seeking a sunny future in a loving home.

One Year Later: Dog Rescued After Hurricane Maria Is Unrecognizable
White dog with severe mange in one photo, and happy and healthy in the newer one
One Year Later: Dog Rescued After Hurricane Maria Is Unrecognizable

Camo was painfully thin and disfigured by mange when PETA rescued him in the wake of Hurricane Maria a year ago, but just look at him now!

Pizza, Parties, and Paddling: Dog’s Bucket List Makes Final Days Her Best
Animal Companions
Pizza, Parties, and Paddling: Dog’s Bucket List Makes Final Days Her Best

Miss Willie spent 12 long years on a chain. Only when she was dying did she finally get a chance to live.

Kitten PETA Rescued From Car Engine Now Needs a Home
Tabby kitten with blue toy looking out window
Kitten PETA Rescued From Car Engine Now Needs a Home

Dodge was trapped in a car engine for days before someone heard his desperate cries for help.

What’s the First Thing This Dog Did After Her Rescue? She Smiled.
Happy black-and-white dog
What’s the First Thing This Dog Did After Her Rescue? She Smiled.

It took years, but PETA fieldworkers finally prevailed in rescuing Ellie from her chain-link prison. Watch it get demolished!

Want to Use the Copier? You’ll Have to Ask the ‘Copycat’
Black and white cat relaxing on a copy machine
Want to Use the Copier? You’ll Have to Ask the ‘Copycat’

Chaplin had a rough start in life. But like his actor namesake, he chose to tackle his troubles with a smile.

Dog With ‘Two Left Feet’ Will Charm Your Socks Off
Animal Companions
Dog With ‘Two Left Feet’ Will Charm Your Socks Off

Resistance is futile: Just go ahead and let Evelyn waltz off with your heart.

Ready to Adopt a Mouse? You’ll Have to Play Eenie, Meenie, Miney, Moe
Animal Companions
Ready to Adopt a Mouse? You’ll Have to Play Eenie, Meenie, Miney, Moe

PetSmart’s managers seemed to think that small animals’ lives weren’t worth more than a few dollars. They were wrong.

Tree-Swinging Tarzan Cat Is Ready to Settle Down With His Jane
Handsome rescued black and white cat at PETA headquarters
Tree-Swinging Tarzan Cat Is Ready to Settle Down With His Jane

Minnesota has its MPR Raccoon—now meet Virginia’s Tarzan Cat.

Lucky Cat Survives a Series of Unfortunate Events
Violet lying down on flowery blanket in blue-tiled room
Lucky Cat Survives a Series of Unfortunate Events

Violet didn’t have to match wits with Count Olaf, but she did have to overcome a “bad beginning” to find her happy ending.

Pup With Adorable Underbite Will Chew on Your Heartstrings
Close-up of cute little dog with underbite
Pup With Adorable Underbite Will Chew on Your Heartstrings

From a severely crowded rural shelter to PETA’s headquarters, Bernadette steals hearts wherever she goes.

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