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.

Tune In: ‘No-Kill’ Is a ‘Sexy Slogan,’ and Animals Are Paying for It
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Tune In: ‘No-Kill’ Is a ‘Sexy Slogan,’ and Animals Are Paying for It

On the latest episode of “The Rocky Mountain Vet Podcast,” PETA’s Daphna Nachminovitch exposes the truth about “no-kill” policies that some shelters use to boost their image. Behind the “sexy slogan,” animals are left to suffer in silence.

Sun, Sand, and Snips! How PETA Latino’s 4-Day Spay-a-Thon Changed Lives in Cancún
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Sun, Sand, and Snips! How PETA Latino’s 4-Day Spay-a-Thon Changed Lives in Cancún

We gave a cat named Merry Christmas the greatest gift of all, delivered sturdy new doghouses, and so much more. Take a look at how Cancún’s animals received life-changing care during PETA Latino’s 4-day spay/neuter clinic.

PETA’s Picks: America’s Most Vegan-Friendly Getaways
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Entertainment
PETA’s Picks: America’s Most Vegan-Friendly Getaways

Planning your summer getaway? These standout destinations get five stars from PETA for going above and beyond with vegan-friendly menus, cruelty-free amenities, and more.

Your Guide to Vegan Dining at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
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Food
Your Guide to Vegan Dining at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

It’s family night out, and you’ve landed at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. If you’re a vegan and you’re wondering, “Is there anything here I can actually eat?”, you’ve come to the right place.

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A New Light on Life! Dog Freed From Painfully Embedded Collar Finds a Loving Home
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Animal Companions
A New Light on Life! Dog Freed From Painfully Embedded Collar Finds a Loving Home

Meet Liora, the sweet-spirited dog who went from living life at the end of a chain to a safe home.

Remembering the Legacy of Orangutan Expert and Defender, Dr. Biruté Galdikas
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Remembering the Legacy of Orangutan Expert and Defender, Dr. Biruté Galdikas

The world is mourning Dr. Biruté Galdikas, a tireless champion for our fellow primates and their forests.

A Win for Wildlife! Ventura Becomes Largest U.S. City to Ban Vile Glue Traps
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A Win for Wildlife! Ventura Becomes Largest U.S. City to Ban Vile Glue Traps

Ventura’s compassionate move marks a huge win for small animals.

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She’s Not Your Average Auntie! Carol Leifer Blasts American Kennel Club for Promoting Suffering Dog Breeds in New PETA Videos
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She’s Not Your Average Auntie! Carol Leifer Blasts American Kennel Club for Promoting Suffering Dog Breeds in New PETA Videos

The comedy legend transforms into your “two-pack-a-day Aunt Doris” to call out a greedy industry.

Take a ‘Meow’! Find Out Which Animal-Friendly Stars and Films Took Home an ‘Oscat’ From PETA
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Take a ‘Meow’! Find Out Which Animal-Friendly Stars and Films Took Home an ‘Oscat’ From PETA

Audiences everywhere have been changed for good, thanks to this year’s many animal-friendly flicks. See who won big at PETA’s Oscat awards!

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Natural Products Expo: Vegan Products to Watch in 2027
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Food
Natural Products Expo: Vegan Products to Watch in 2027

Get ready! 2027 will be a banner year for animal-friendly foods.

A Vegan “Birkin”-Style Bag? Fish-Free Caviar? See How PETA Is Treating This Year’s Top Oscar® Nominees to Animal-Friendly Luxury
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A Vegan “Birkin”-Style Bag? Fish-Free Caviar? See How PETA Is Treating This Year’s Top Oscar® Nominees to Animal-Friendly Luxury

A gilded statuette isn’t the only coveted prize this awards season. See what Jessie Buckley, Michael B. Jordan, and other top Oscar® nominees will take home.

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Can You Follow a Low-FODMAP Diet and Still Be Vegan? Absolutely.
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Food
Can You Follow a Low-FODMAP Diet and Still Be Vegan? Absolutely.

This guide will help you stay kind and tackle your tummy troubles.

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Is Maple Syrup Vegan? Here’s What You Need to Know
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Food
Is Maple Syrup Vegan? Here’s What You Need to Know

It pours from a tree. It has one ingredient. It’s basically boiled sap. So why is anyone wondering if maple syrup is vegan?

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Don’t Let Punch Become the New ‘Moo Deng’: Why Internet Fame Is Bad for Captive Animals
Punch, the baby monkey, with his stuffed orangutan
Don’t Let Punch Become the New ‘Moo Deng’: Why Internet Fame Is Bad for Captive Animals

If you see videos of Punch the monkey, don’t click “share.”

NSFW: PETA’s Sexiest Viral Hits to Get You in the Mood This Valentine’s Day
NSFW: PETA’s Sexiest Viral Hits to Get You in the Mood This Valentine’s Day

These cheeky posts show why vegans do IT better.

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