Elena

Elena developed an interest in animal rights in high school after she was given a copy of Peter Singer’s Animal Liberation, which encouraged her to combine her passion for writing with her hunger for animal liberation. After graduating from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, she joined PETA’s content team so that she could make a bigger impact for animals while working alongside inspiring, like-minded people. In her free time, she enjoys playing guitar, skateboarding, thrifting, and adding to her vast collection of vegan skincare and makeup products.

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Darling Sasha Farber Steps Up for Cats and Dogs in Delightful PETA Campaign Starring His Adopted Pup 
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Animal Companions
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Darling Sasha Farber Steps Up for Cats and Dogs in Delightful PETA Campaign Starring His Adopted Pup 

“Dancing With the Stars” darling Sasha Farber and his dance partner pup Ruby are hitting the dancefloor in a delightful new PETA ad. Check it out!

Clarissa Molina ‘Dies’ in Hot Car to Highlight Deadly Danger for Dogs in New PETA Latino Video
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Clarissa Molina ‘Dies’ in Hot Car to Highlight Deadly Danger for Dogs in New PETA Latino Video

Even “just a minute” in a hot car can be fatal—and with summer well underway, PETA Latino’s urgent PSA starring actor and personality Clarissa Molina is more important than ever.

Sofía Sisniega Bares the Naked Truth in PETA Ad for World Environment Day: Leather Kills
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Sofía Sisniega Bares the Naked Truth in PETA Ad for World Environment Day: Leather Kills

No calves on THESE calves! In a flashy PETA ad on World Environment Day, Sofía Sisniega is baring the naked truth about leather.

From a Morrissey Plea to a Landmark Lawsuit: PETA Entities Push the Catholic Church to Cut Ties With Bullfighting 
'Virgin Mary' holds 'bloody' bull
From a Morrissey Plea to a Landmark Lawsuit: PETA Entities Push the Catholic Church to Cut Ties With Bullfighting 

PETA entities are challenging priests who praised bullfighting and are calling on the Vatican to investigate the Church’s ties to the cruel spectacle.

Cool, Caffeinated, and Compassionate: A Vegan Guide to Starbucks’ Summer 2026 Drink Lineup
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Food
Cool, Caffeinated, and Compassionate: A Vegan Guide to Starbucks’ Summer 2026 Drink Lineup

The coffee chain’s summer drink menu brings back fan favorites and introduces new seasonal twists, from tropical refreshers to horchata-inspired sips. The even better news? Some are already vegan, and others can be easily customized with a few simple swaps.

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Roadside Zoo Owner Sentenced After PETA Exposed Neglect
Calliope, a baboon rescued from West Coast Game Park Safari
Roadside Zoo Owner Sentenced After PETA Exposed Neglect

The West Coast Game Park Safari case just reached a major milestone. Find out what happened and take action for animals still trapped in roadside zoos.

From VR Experiences to AI-Powered Animals: 9 Ways PETA Uses Technology to Inspire Compassion
From VR Experiences to AI-Powered Animals: 9 Ways PETA Uses Technology to Inspire Compassion

What happens when cutting-edge tech meets unstoppable compassion? Learn how PETA is harnessing the power of AI and VR to revolutionize animal-rights advocacy.

Germany Goes Vegan? ‘National Geographic’ Just Spotlighted PETA Germany’s Bold Vision for the Future
Germany Goes Vegan? ‘National Geographic’ Just Spotlighted PETA Germany’s Bold Vision for the Future

Imagine a world with less food insecurity, less pollution, and more compassion. According to a new PETA Germany paper covered in “National Geographic,” this future is possible. Here’s how.

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Squeak Back to the ’80s: PETA’s Rat-Themed Prom That Took NYC by Storm
Photo from Under the Trash prom, cropped for featured image
Squeak Back to the ’80s: PETA’s Rat-Themed Prom That Took NYC by Storm

To “squeak” up for NYC’s rodent residents, PETA threw a totally tubular prom party—and yes, it was rat-themed. Here’s what went down at the most epic, ’80s-inspired bash of the year.

Gentle Skincare, Cruelty-Free: Vegan Dupes for CeraVe, Cetaphil, and More
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Personal Care & Fashion
Gentle Skincare, Cruelty-Free: Vegan Dupes for CeraVe, Cetaphil, and More

If you’re after gentle, fragrance-free skincare, you’re in the right spot. Put down the CeraVe and Cetaphil and try THESE vegan dupes instead.

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Why Emu Oil Is Cruel and How It’s Extracted
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Personal Care & Fashion
Why Emu Oil Is Cruel and How It’s Extracted

The skincare industry hides the truth about emu oil: where emu oil comes from, how emu oil is extracted, and why it is cruel.

5 Reasons Why Jumping Spiders Are Not ‘Pets’
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Animal Companions
5 Reasons Why Jumping Spiders Are Not ‘Pets’

If you come across videos of “pet” jumping spiders on TikTok, don’t hit “share.” Here are five reasons why jumping spiders are not “pets.”

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Beat the Summer Heat With These Cooling Vests for Dogs
Dog wearing Ruffwear cooling vest
Animal Companions
Beat the Summer Heat With These Cooling Vests for Dogs

Keeping your dog cool on hot summer days isn’t just a comfort—it’s a necessity. Here are some cooling vests for dogs to help beat the heat!

A Little Human Food as a Treat? 10 Foods You Can Share With Your Dog
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Animal Companions
A Little Human Food as a Treat? 10 Foods You Can Share With Your Dog

Want to share a snack with your canine companion without worry? These “human” foods make for tasty, nutritious dog treats!

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Fashion Police! 12 Times PETA Called Out Hermès for Being an Accessory to Murder
Protester at Hermes runway show holds up sign
Fashion Police! 12 Times PETA Called Out Hermès for Being an Accessory to Murder

It’s the fashion police! Hermès is an accessory to murder—and PETA is out to bust this bloody brand. Here are some iconic PETA actions urging the brand to ditch wild-animal skins.

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