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.

Michelin-Starred Eatery Earns ‘D’ for Diseased Ducks
Michelin-Starred Eatery Earns ‘D’ for Diseased Ducks

After a swanky New York restaurant earns a shocking C grade from the health department, PETA issues an “inspection report” of our own.

Photos of the Day: A Monkey Walks Into LAX …
Photos of the Day: A Monkey Walks Into LAX …

Passengers preparing to board China Southern Airlines flights at LAX encountered some turbulence before they even got off the ground.

Spay-a-Thon a Huge Success: 400 Dogs and Cats Get Snipped!
Spay-a-Thon a Huge Success: 400 Dogs and Cats Get Snipped!

PETA celebrates World Spay Day and the debut of our new mobile clinic with a 24-hour spay-and-neuter marathon.

Maker of Newport Cigarettes Bans Animal Tests
Maker of Newport Cigarettes Bans Animal Tests

Lorillard Tobacco Company, America’s third-largest cigarette maker, has agreed to ban testing on animals following discussions with PETA.

© Jody Boyman
Man Who Starved Pit Bull Gets Jail Time
Man Who Starved Pit Bull Gets Jail Time

A year after PETA volunteers made a gruesome discovery while out delivering straw bedding, a judge has sentenced a man for cruelty to animals.

Starving Pit Bull Escapes Becoming Another Winter Weather Statistic
Starving Pit Bull Escapes Becoming Another Winter Weather Statistic

Based on evidence provided by PETA, a judge has forbidden the owner of a starving pit bull from having another dog—ever again.

Pink Nose? Check. Pink Toes? Check. New Home? Cheeee …
Pink Nose? Check. Pink Toes? Check. New Home? Cheeee …

Ricky the rat is auditioning prospective caretakers. Do you have what he’s looking for?

Dogs Saved in the Nick of Time From Record Cold
Dogs Saved in the Nick of Time From Record Cold

PETA has been working feverishly to help animals left outside in frigid temperatures.

No Inaugural Ball? No Problem! ‘Lettuce Ladies’ Sub for Mayoral Party
No Inaugural Ball? No Problem! ‘Lettuce Ladies’ Sub for Mayoral Party

PETA’s “Lettuce Ladies” to the rescue!

‘You Can Live Without Those Ribs—I Can’t.’ New Billboard Campaign
‘You Can Live Without Those Ribs—I Can’t.’ New Billboard Campaign

Would you try vegan if the animals themselves asked?

Update: RoboRoach—There’s NOT an App for That
Update: RoboRoach—There’s NOT an App for That

Good news! After inquiries from PETA, Google has confirmed that the cruel RoboRoach app is no longer in the Google Play store.

© iStock.com/dedMazay
Russell Simmons Takes Vegan Message to the Streets—Literally
Russell Simmons Takes Vegan Message to the Streets—Literally

Hip-hop mogul stars in a new PETA ad campaign intended to reach inner-city residents with a message about healthy eating.

URGENT: ‘Outdoor Dogs’ in Freezing Temps Are Left to Die Slowly and Painfully
URGENT: ‘Outdoor Dogs’ in Freezing Temps Are Left to Die Slowly and Painfully

Dogs and cats are not immune to the cold. Animals need your help!

Photos of the Day: PETA Makes a Splash at the Rose Parade
Photos of the Day: PETA Makes a Splash at the Rose Parade

Dozens of PETA protesters descend on the Rose Parade to educate attendees about SeaWorld’s cruelty to orcas.

PETA’s Top Blog Posts of 2013
PETA’s Top Blog Posts of 2013

Smart crows, a cute beagle, and imperiled Zerglings. They’re all stars of PETA’s most popular blog posts of 2013.

© Susan Riley Photography
GET PETA UPDATES
Stay up to date on the latest vegan trends and get breaking animal rights news delivered straight to your inbox!

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.

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.