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.

Desperate Dairy Industry Tries to Win Back Customers With Semantics
Desperate Dairy Industry Tries to Win Back Customers With Semantics

Instead of asking the FDA to rename almond and soy milk, the dairy industry should clean up its act.

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Adopt This Cat: That’s an Order!
Adopt This Cat: That’s an Order!

This cute kitten is more than just a pretty face. He’s also pretty awesome.

‘Dreadlock Kitty’ and Other Grooming-Neglect Horror Stories (Photos)
‘Dreadlock Kitty’ and Other Grooming-Neglect Horror Stories (Photos)

Brace yourself: These cats and dogs prove that failing to care for animals’ fur and teeth can be deadly.

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Smart Dog Knows Who to Call for Help
Smart Dog Knows Who to Call for Help

Dogged persistence pays off for a chained dog we’ve been helping for three years.

UPDATE: Perfect Cats Get the Perfect Home
UPDATE: Perfect Cats Get the Perfect Home

When their guardian died just before Thanksgiving, things didn’t look good for this kitty duo—until PETA stepped in.

‘Watership Down’ Author Was a Staunch Animal Rights Advocate
‘Watership Down’ Author Was a Staunch Animal Rights Advocate

Richard Adams’ seminal novel was just the beginning of decades of defending the rights of animals.

Pulling PETA Ads From Mall of America Backfires Spectacularly
Pulling PETA Ads From Mall of America Backfires Spectacularly

Apparently, a photo of a cute lamb was too much for Minnesotans, so we gave them naked protesters instead. You’re welcome.

Zsa Zsa Gabor Could ‘Never Support Animal Misery’
Zsa Zsa Gabor Could ‘Never Support Animal Misery’

The actor and socialite was one of PETA’s earliest celebrity supporters.

Henry Heimlich Saved Animals, Too
Henry Heimlich Saved Animals, Too

The pioneering surgeon was an outspoken defender of animals.

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This Kitten Had a Right to Sing the Lovesick Blues, but Not Anymore
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This Kitten Had a Right to Sing the Lovesick Blues, but Not Anymore

Hank Williams the kitten was living at a house without love, but now everything’s OK.

The Reason We Mistook This Cat for a Tiny Kitten Will Break Your Heart
The Reason We Mistook This Cat for a Tiny Kitten Will Break Your Heart

At 7 months old, Reese weighs just 4 pounds. Why is she so small? Read on to find out.

Facility That Kept Chimpanzee in Solitary for Years Loses Its License
Facility That Kept Chimpanzee in Solitary for Years Loses Its License

Joe the chimpanzee is already safe—now the other animals held captive at The Mobile Zoo may be sent to sanctuaries, too.

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Lost Puppy Picks Exactly the Right Moment to Emerge From the Woods
Animal Companions
Lost Puppy Picks Exactly the Right Moment to Emerge From the Woods

Emmy was so thrilled to be rescued, she practically hurled herself into PETA’s van.

Buffy Has Slayed All the Vampires. Now She’s Coming for You.
Animal Companions
Buffy Has Slayed All the Vampires. Now She’s Coming for You.

Watch out—these adorable vampire-slaying kittens just might drive a stake through your heart.

You Won’t Believe Who Owns This Pig Farm
You Won’t Believe Who Owns This Pig Farm

PETA Germany exposes the abuse of pigs by the very people who are supposed to protect them.

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