Jennifer O'Connor

Jennifer O'Connor

Jen lives with her bulldog, Arthur, who was rescued from a Pennsylvania puppy mill. She enjoys reading, happy hours, and hot weather and is learning how to speak Spanish.

Crash-Prone Turkey Producer Pledges to Improve Accident-Response Plan
Crash-Prone Turkey Producer Pledges to Improve Accident-Response Plan

A North Carolina turkey producer promises to put measures in place to keep turkeys from suffering and dying slowly on the side of the road.

The Suffering Is Over at the Hawthorn Corporation!
The Suffering Is Over at the Hawthorn Corporation!

No more animals will live and die in misery at the Hawthorn Corporation.

© iStock.com/Dirk Freder
The Proof Is in the Numbers: Animal Circuses Are on the Way Out
The Proof Is in the Numbers: Animal Circuses Are on the Way Out

Circuses that exploit animals are well on their way to the dustbin of history.

© iStock.com/Dirk Freder
Who Are the Real-Life Counterparts of the ALF Heroes Seen in ‘Okja’?
Who Are the Real-Life Counterparts of the ALF Heroes Seen in ‘Okja’?

The new film ‘Okja’ shines a light on underground animal rescuers.

Award-Winning Dogsledding Documentary Now on Prime Video
Entertainment
Award-Winning Dogsledding Documentary Now on Prime Video

A new documentary shows how dogs who are forced to pull sleds live and die in abject misery.

© iStock.com/DevidDO
Shouldn’t Animal-Protection Laws Protect All Animals?
Shouldn’t Animal-Protection Laws Protect All Animals?

An arbitrary decision means that captive members of 12 threatened and endangered primate species don’t share the same protections as their wild cousins.

© iStock.com/Oil-and_Milk
Caring People Say ‘I Don’t’ to Renting Elephants for Weddings
Entertainment
Caring People Say ‘I Don’t’ to Renting Elephants for Weddings

Renting an elephant for your wedding is cruel and dangerous.

© iStock.com/Meinzahn
Why We’re Glad McClelland’s Critters Is Kaput—and You Should Be, Too
Why We’re Glad McClelland’s Critters Is Kaput—and You Should Be, Too

After years of failing animals, another Alabama roadside zoo has shut down.

© iStock.com/fmajor
Was This Orca Born Before World War I?
Was This Orca Born Before World War I?

The orca matriarch known as Granny has died.

© Clint 'Showtime' Rivers, Eagle Wing Tours
Rare Double Fine for Dangerous Elephant Escape
Rare Double Fine for Dangerous Elephant Escape

Circuses that “share” animals also share liability when something goes wrong.

Photo by Deborah Robinson
Department of Justice Sues Infamous Primate Lab for Fraud
Department of Justice Sues Infamous Primate Lab for Fraud

A monkey laboratory allegedly lied so that it could get more tax money. It got caught.

Dade City’s Wild Things Asks, ‘Does This Look Like Abuse to You?’ Yes, It Does.
Dade City’s Wild Things Asks, ‘Does This Look Like Abuse to You?’ Yes, It Does.

In a strange twist, Florida tiger abusers release a video … confirming their abuse.

Tiger Snaps … in a Big Way (Video)
Tiger Snaps … in a Big Way (Video)

Children watch in horror as a tiger attacks his trainer at a Florida fair.

© iStock.com/chuvipro
TripAdvisor Garners Rave Reviews for New Ethical Policies
Entertainment
TripAdvisor Garners Rave Reviews for New Ethical Policies

Close encounters with wild animals will no longer be bookable on TripAdvisor or Viator.

© iStock.com/ZeePics Studio
Tarzan Gets a Chance to Be King of His Jungle
Tarzan Gets a Chance to Be King of His Jungle

A chimpanzee named Tarzan finds his “forever” jungle.

JOIN US
Get urgent alerts, breaking animals rights news, and easy ways to take action for animals!
PETA bunny
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
At least one of the following fields is required.
This field is hidden when viewing the form
This field is hidden when viewing the form
Untitled

Get the Latest Tips—Right in Your Inbox
We’ll e-mail you weekly with the latest in vegan recipes, fashion, and more!

By submitting this form, you’re acknowledging that you have read and agree to our privacy policy and agree to receive e-mails from us.