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.

Victory! No Live Opossums in This Year’s ‘Opossum Drop’
Victory! No Live Opossums in This Year’s ‘Opossum Drop’

The “Opossum Drop” organizer says no live opossums will be trapped, confined to a Plexiglas box, and subjected to the terrifying sounds of fireworks and gunfire.

Calvin and Hobbes Are Ready for Their Next Adventure
Calvin and Hobbes Are Ready for Their Next Adventure

These two cats have one New Year’s resolution—to find a home.

Shoppers Get an Eyeful (Photos)
Shoppers Get an Eyeful (Photos)

Holiday shoppers get some last-minute advice about what to leave off their gift lists.

Orangutan Declared a ‘Person’ by Argentine Court
Orangutan Declared a ‘Person’ by Argentine Court

An Argentine court rules that an orangutan held captive for two decades at the Buenos Aires Zoo should be sent to a sanctuary.

©iStock.com/Fosna
Update: From a Little Box to the Big City
Update: From a Little Box to the Big City

A puppy who was confined for weeks to a 2-foot-by-2-foot box is adopted by a Washington, D.C., couple.

New York Mayor Bill de Blasio Named PETA’s Person of the Year
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio Named PETA’s Person of the Year

PETA caps New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio’s first year in office by bestowing on him our biggest honor.

Credit: Rob Bennett/Mayoral Photography Office
8 Holiday Foods You Should Never Share With Your Dog
8 Holiday Foods You Should Never Share With Your Dog

Before the holiday festivities begin, check this list (twice!) to make sure nothing that could send you running to the emergency vet ever crosses your dog’s lips.

LA and NYC Hit by #WoolFreeWinter Storm (Photos)
LA and NYC Hit by #WoolFreeWinter Storm (Photos)

Vegan footwear and accessories retailer MooShoes takes the #WoolFreeWinter pledge—in a big way.

The Government’s Other Secretive Torture Program
The Government’s Other Secretive Torture Program

PETA takes the government to task for the taxpayer-funded torture of baby monkeys.

A Hanukkah Miracle: Guilt-Free Gelt!
A Hanukkah Miracle: Guilt-Free Gelt!

Those attending the National Menorah Lighting in Washington, D.C., were greeted by a PETA “cow” bearing gifts.

BCBG Lands a Spot on the Naughty List
BCBG Lands a Spot on the Naughty List

PETA sheds some light on why fur is cruel outside BCBG’s Georgetown store.

Hens Get Homes for the Holidays … and Do a Little Painting, Too
Hens Get Homes for the Holidays … and Do a Little Painting, Too

Nearly 100 chickens head for their new homes after being rescued from an egg farm.

Update: Lacoste Bans Angora
Update: Lacoste Bans Angora

The French retailer is the latest to take a stand for rabbits.

© iStock.com/maten
Rescued Pigs Celebrate Thanksgiving
Rescued Pigs Celebrate Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving is extra-special for seven pigs rescued from slaughter.

Photo by Helga Tacreiter
Finally! Michael Vick’s Hometown Bans Chaining (Graphic)
Finally! Michael Vick’s Hometown Bans Chaining (Graphic)

A victory nearly 10 years in the making: Newport News, Virginia, restricts the chaining of dogs.

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