Danny Prater

Danny spent the formative years of his life in rural Ohio, living among corn stalks and log cabins in the shadow of a ghost town that burned to the ground in the 1840s. Fittingly, you can often find him wearing plaid and sporting a burly beard. With a communications degree in hand from The Ohio State University, he moved to Los Angeles in 2012. In his free time, Danny likes to go for “long-ish” jogs, maintain his self-appointed title as the greatest Dr. Mario player on Earth, and dote upon his two feline companions and numerous succulents.

happy rescued turkey living safely at a sanctuary

10 Quotes From ‘Consider the Turkey’ That Could Change Your Thanksgiving Plans

In a new book, “Consider the Turkey”—out on October 22—philosopher Peter Singer examines how speciesism directly impacts gentle turkeys.

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American Airlines to Take Off With Vegan Creamer Following PETA’s Push

After hearing from PETA and receiving e-mails from our supporters, American Airlines soon will launch a vegan creamer option on its in-flight beverage menu.

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OCTO Act Becomes California Law, Banning Octopus Farms

The OCTO Act will make it illegal for anyone in California to engage in the aquaculture, or farming, of octopuses meant for human consumption.

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Bull next to text that says "I'm me, not meat. Help others escape the slaughterhouse: please, go vegan" on blue background

Bull Killed During Last-Ditch Bid for Freedom Prompts PETA Memorial Urging Empathy

This bull ran for his life and fought as hard as he could for his freedom, as any human would if someone tried to send them to slaughter.

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Tonia Haddix looking through a window to Tonka, a chimpanzee

Who Are Tonia Haddix and Tonka the Chimpanzee?

U.S. residents moved by Tonka’s story in “Chimp Crazy” should contact their federal legislators and urge them to cosponsor the bipartisan Captive Primate Safety Act.

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Photos: Bloody Injuries After Dangerous Encounters at Zoological Wildlife Foundation

The Zoological Wildlife Foundation exploits animals in dangerous publicity stunts and hands-on encounters that have gone horribly wrong.

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Mall Staple Claire’s Confirms That It Will No Longer Buy Feathers

PETA applauds Claire’s compassionate decision to get feathers off its shelves and urges Forever 21 to follow suit.

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‘Save Me and $22 Billion’: Guess Who Made a Big Squeak at the Vice Presidential Debate?

PETA’s “mouse” appeared at the vice-presidential debate to call for an end to wasteful spending by the National Institutes of Health.

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3 Horses and a Steer Dead at Canada’s Cruel Calgary Stampede

The death toll continues to climb at the 2024 Calgary Stampede. PETA is calling on Canadian officials to end the deadly chuckwagon races.

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‘Shear’ Defiance: Why PETA’s New Statue Will Make You BAAck Away From Wool

San Angelo, once known as the “Wool Capital of the World,” has already displayed 110 sheep statues, none of which tell the sheep’s side of the story. PETA decided to change that.

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Differences in Human and Rat Anatomy Should Stop Inhalation Testing on Animals in Its ‘Tracts’

A paper coauthored by PETA scientists shows how the differences between the respiratory tracts of humans and rats affect toxicity testing—and why non-animal tests should be used instead.

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Victory! Marc Jacobs Bans Reptile and Ostrich Skins Following PETA Push

PETA applauds Marc Jacobs’ compassionate decision to cut ties with the cruel exotic skins industry and urges designers everywhere to follow its lead.

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60 Years of Abuse at SeaWorld: Meet 60 Animals Who’ve Suffered There

As SeaWorld celebrates its 60th anniversary, PETA names 60 animals who’ve suffered in the company’s tanks. Learn more about the misery they’ve endured.

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Will Animal-Themed Carousels Change With the Times?

PETA asked the CEO of Chance Rides, the largest manufacturer of amusement rides in the country, to make a change that will help boost the next generation’s empathy.

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Police Arrest Trainer for Beating Horse Following PETA Complaint

PETA is grateful to the New York State Police for taking action. Now the state should ban trainer Frederick Bourgault from working with horses.

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