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.

Small Town Takes Big Step for Dogs
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Small Town Takes Big Step for Dogs

After citizens in Weldon, North Carolina, expressed concerns about the suffering of chained dogs in their community, town officials took decisive action.

Owner of Preakness Track Implements Reform Program
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Owner of Preakness Track Implements Reform Program

Following a meeting with PETA, the owner of Pimlico Race Course and other tracks announces that it’s implementing strict new reforms at all its tracks.

This Little ‘Piggy’ Can’t Believe You’d Eat Ham for Easter
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This Little ‘Piggy’ Can’t Believe You’d Eat Ham for Easter

Thinking about having a honey-baked ham for Easter? This little “piggy” would like you to reconsider.

Update: Animal Trainer Who Starved Elephant Denied Another Exhibitor License
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Update: Animal Trainer Who Starved Elephant Denied Another Exhibitor License

The USDA has denied an abusive animal trainer’s request for a new exhibitor license.

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Building Little Houses in the Big House
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Building Little Houses in the Big House

People from all walks of life support PETA’s “Angels for Animals” doghouse delivery program—including people who are doing 20 years to life.

Victory! Sordid Slaughterhouse to Shut Its Doors
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Victory! Sordid Slaughterhouse to Shut Its Doors

Soon, pigs will no longer be electro-shocked at a Mississippi slaughterhouse that PETA exposed last year.

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Mickey Rooney’s Timeless Message of Love for Animals
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Mickey Rooney’s Timeless Message of Love for Animals

In an exclusive video for PETA, Mickey Rooney and his wife, Jan, talk about the importance of adopting homeless animals.

Kentucky Horse-Racing Track Returns to Its Old Dirty Tricks
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Kentucky Horse-Racing Track Returns to Its Old Dirty Tricks

A Kentucky horse-racing track takes two steps backward with its plans to replace its high-tech synthetic track with a dangerous dirt track.

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Jets Fan Sells Season Tickets to Protest Vick Signing
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Jets Fan Sells Season Tickets to Protest Vick Signing

New York Jets fans are howling mad at the franchise for taking on dog-killing quarterback Michael Vick.

Dog Who Lost His Tail Is Looking for a Place to Park His Rump
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Dog Who Lost His Tail Is Looking for a Place to Park His Rump

After someone crudely attempted to “amputate” his tail with a rubber band, an Australian cattle dog is on the mend and looking for a home.

Chihuahuas in the Snow
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Chihuahuas in the Snow

You’ll never guess who was left out in this winter’s record-breaking cold: the tiniest dogs. And here are three who survived.

PETA’s Straw-Delivery Team Arrives Just in the Nick of Time
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PETA’s Straw-Delivery Team Arrives Just in the Nick of Time

It was a long time coming, but a neglected Doberman mix finally got a happy ending.

PETA Video Prompts Horse-Racing Authorities to Take Action
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PETA Video Prompts Horse-Racing Authorities to Take Action

After PETA files legal complaints alleging violations by thoroughbred trainer Steve Asmussen, horse-racing authorities take action.

Herd of ‘Elephants’ Gives Ringling a Not-so-Warm Welcome
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Herd of ‘Elephants’ Gives Ringling a Not-so-Warm Welcome

PETA unleashes its herd of inflatable pachyderms on the “Greatest Shame on Earth.”

Watch: Thousands March for Lions
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Watch: Thousands March for Lions

From Brussels to Auckland, thousands of people participate in the March for Lions to raise awareness about South Africa’s “fish in a barrel” hunting travesty.

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