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.

Pit Bull Fatally Mauls 90-Year-Old Woman—Was His Collar to Blame?
Close-up of brown and white pit bull resting on a blanket
Pit Bull Fatally Mauls 90-Year-Old Woman—Was His Collar to Blame?

When an adopted pit bull is sent home with a shock collar, the results are deadly.

Rescued Dog Looking for Love in the Afternoon
Rescued Dog Looking for Love in the Afternoon

Audrey was lucky to escape with her life after dogs killed her canine companion.

Single White Poodle Seeks Partner for Long Walks on the Beach
Cute white poodle rescued by PETA
Single White Poodle Seeks Partner for Long Walks on the Beach

Forget Tinder, we’ve got your perfect match right here.

These Two Chihuahuas Have an Unbreakable Bond
two cute Chihuahuas looking for a new home together
Animal Companions
These Two Chihuahuas Have an Unbreakable Bond

Two Chihuahuas rescued from a filthy shed seek a home together.

Cat Jumps Into Carrier to Escape Howling Storm
Cat Jumps Into Carrier to Escape Howling Storm

A PETA fieldworker didn’t have any trouble convincing this cat that a nice dry carrier was better than getting drenched.

We Are Smitten With This Kitten
Pumpkin, a kitten in need of a home
We Are Smitten With This Kitten

Sugar and spice and everything nice—that’s what this kitten is made of.

This Angelic Little Dog Has Had a Devil of a Time
Cute Chihuahua wearing red hoodie with devil horns
This Angelic Little Dog Has Had a Devil of a Time

Earn your halo by giving this sweet Chihuahua a heavenly new home.

This Puppy Learned How Dangerous Cars Are the Hard Way
Cute brown puppy wearing pink sweater and looking worried
Animal Companions
This Puppy Learned How Dangerous Cars Are the Hard Way

She was lucky to escape with her life, but now she’s ready to embark on a new adventure.

VIDEO: Puppy Burned by Acid Is Rescued—Look at Her Now!
VIDEO: Puppy Burned by Acid Is Rescued—Look at Her Now!

Watch this abused puppy’s happy transformation.

You Won’t Believe Where This ‘Craigslist’ Dog Ended Up
Animal Companions
You Won’t Believe Where This ‘Craigslist’ Dog Ended Up

Dog who escaped a toxic relationship is desperately seeking a LTR with a special someone.

Can You Help This Little Dog Learn to Love Again?
Cute dog wearing Elizabethan collar
Animal Companions
Can You Help This Little Dog Learn to Love Again?

Bethany is lucky to be alive after being attacked by two much larger dogs.

Child Throws ‘Ugly’ Dog off Balcony. Watch Her Amazing Recovery! (Video)
Child Throws ‘Ugly’ Dog off Balcony. Watch Her Amazing Recovery! (Video)

Even a shattered leg couldn’t keep this spunky little dog down.

Norway’s Seals Can Breathe a Sigh of Relief
Norway’s Seals Can Breathe a Sigh of Relief

For the first time in centuries, not a single Norwegian boat is heading out to kill seals this winter.

PETA Pressure to End Cosmetics Tests in China is Paying Off for Animals!
Animal Companions
PETA Pressure to End Cosmetics Tests in China is Paying Off for Animals!

Thanks to the work of PETA-funded scientists, China takes a huge step forward in ending mandatory cosmetics tests on animals.

Fort Sam Houston Plans to Shoot, Mutilate Goats, Says Whistleblower
White goat among yellow flowers
Fort Sam Houston Plans to Shoot, Mutilate Goats, Says Whistleblower

Not so fast, says PETA in its letter to the Army base’s commander.

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