Alisa Mullins

Alisa regularly contributes to PETA’s Animal Times magazine, and her writing has also been published in The New York Times, The Charlotte Observer, the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Reader’s Digest, Newsweek, 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.

Marvin, a cat rescued by PETA, out for a stroll

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Cat Rescued by PETA Takes His Walkies Very Seriously

Marvin the cat plays with dogs, loves tummy rubs, and even walks on a leash. Now this very good boy hopes someone will give him a new home.

Mikey peeking up out of crate after being rescued from sewer

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It Was a Dirty Job, but Someone Had to Save This Kitten

Life in a storm drain might suit a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle just fine, but an 8-week-old kitten? Not so much.

Indigo looking at something fascinating above her head

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Is This Cat Too Gorgeous for Her Own Good?

There’s no denying that this cat is gorgeous, but even her stunning good looks didn’t prevent her from losing her home.

Wiley before and after

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Thanks to PETA, Wiley Is Smiling Now

After being rescued by PETA from a rain-soaked crate, Wiley is looking for a new place to hang his Acme jet-propelled roller skates.

Guinea pig Tyrone sitting with PETA member

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It Takes a Village to Save a Guinea Pig No Longer ‘In the Navy’

Sorry, Village People: Life “In the Navy” isn’t for everyone, especially this Guinea pig.

Rescued adoptable cat Oeo

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You’ll Crumble When You Watch Oreo the Cat’s Journey to the Sweet Life

Oreo was beaten so badly that we feared he wouldn’t survive—but then he surprised everyone.

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Get Out Your Hankie: New Film Tells Story of Dog Presumed Dead

A new documentary tells the touching story of a PETA fieldworker and a dog who was once presumed dead.

Senior dog Mingo before and after being rescued by PETA

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After 7+ Years in a Chain-Link Prison, Mingo Is Living Her Best Life

Imagine spending seven years locked inside a walk-in closet. That’s what life was like for Mingo before she was rescued by PETA.

peta adoptable animals orange Julius

In the Mood for Something Sweet? Julius Might Satisfy Your Craving

First impressions can be deceiving. Just ask Julius, a cat who was once thought to be feral but turned out to be anything but.

Collage of two cute gray and white kittens

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Get Bitten by These Love Bugs: Rescued Kittens Impossible to Resist

These kittens were born under a shed during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now they hope to shelter in place in a home of their own.

Apple Jack, a miniature pinscher mix rescued by PETA

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Apple Jack Is Doing Jumping Jacks Now, Thanks to PETA

After years confined to a cage, Apple Jack is ready to live in the lap of luxury.

Egypt, a rescued cat available for adoption through PETA, lying on her back

Benevolent Cat Deity Hopes to Find Heaven on Earth

Knowing royalty when they saw it, PETA fieldworkers had no choice but to do this regal cat’s bidding.

Pretty rescued cat Tango at PETA headquarters

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Homeless Cat Knows It Takes Two to Tango

This dancing queen isn’t interested in winning a mirror ball trophy. All she wants is a permanent residency in a home of her own.

Eloise, a cat rescued by PETA, shows off her cool track toy.

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Eloise Says Goodbye to Hotel Room, Hello to New Life

It wasn’t exactly life at The Plaza when this kitten’s family lost its home and moved into a hotel room.

Kate and Rooney were abandoned on PETA's doorstep and are available for adoption.

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Cats Abandoned in the Middle of the Night on PETA’s Doorstep

These cats are friendly, healthy, well-fed, and spayed—so why did someone abandon them outside PETA’s Virginia headquarters in the middle of the night?