Michelle Reynolds

Michelle first learned about the cruelty of factory farming while pursuing a degree in journalism at the University of Kentucky. She signed up for an agriculture course as an elective simply because it filled a hole in her schedule. That class, chosen by chance, precipitated her “aha” moment: She immediately stopped eating animals and started learning everything she could about animal rights. When not writing for PETA, she enjoys traveling, listening to The Beatles, spending time on the water near her home in Florida, and doting on her guinea pigs, Duke and Bogart, who were rescued during one of PETA’s PetSmart investigations, and her dog, Capone, whom PETA rescued from a chain.

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Food

Let’s Get Sconed: 5 Recipes Every Carb Enthusiast Needs

Bob Dylan sang, “Everybody must get sconed” (I’m pretty sure). And those of us whose drug of choice is carbs fervently agree. Here are five vegan scone recipes.

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Don’t Be Fooled by Brackish Bow Ties

The company makes a lot of grand claims about the way that it sources feathers, but its promises—just like its products—are all just for show.

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Progress! FDA Studying ‘Organs-on-Chips’ to Replace Tests on Animals

The FDA is partnering with PETA’s 2014 Company of the Year, Emulate, to use organs-on-chips technology.

Victory! Arena Persuades Circus to Leave Animals Out of Its Show

Today, no animals will be forced to perform for human entertainment at the Union Arena Community Center in Woodstock, Vermont.

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Study Finds That Cows Want to Be Outside as Much as They Want Food

But 80 percent of those abused for milk in the U.S. never get to set foot outdoors.

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Vat of white yogurt in a factory.

Food

4 Facts That Will Make You Spit Out Your Greek Yogurt

The real story of Greek yogurt isn’t exactly what you’d expect. Here are four great reasons to treat your tongue—while helping animals and the planet—to dairy-free yogurt.

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23 Examples of Euphemisms About Animals

There are many examples of euphemisms that make animal abuse sound pleasant. Now, PETA is here to help update your thesaurus.

Victory! Good Riddance to Yet Another Roadside Zoo

For years, Hollywild Animal Park survived while the captive animals there suffered. Today, the tables have turned.

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Try Not to Cry While Watching Firefighters Save Dogs from a House Fire

Helmet cameras captured the emotional moments as volunteer firefighters quickly pulled the animals to safety and worked to save their lives.

Couple Trashes Their Wedding Photos to Help Captive Elephants

This couple gave up their wedding photos with elephants. The rest of us can certainly pass on elephant rides, selfies, and performances.

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Food

Cheese Is Killing People—and Other Reasons Not to Eat It

You might be surprised to learn that this food isn’t actually vegetarian (and other reasons not to eat cheese.)

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Videos: It’s ‘Respect Your Cat’ Day, and These Cats WILL Be Respected

R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Find out what it means to me right “meow.”

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5 Ways You Can Save Water and the Planet on World Water Day

Here are five small changes you can make that will help save the planet and save you money.

Charo strikes a pose at PETA's 30th anniversary gala.

Why Charo Will Get All Our Votes on ‘Dancing With the Stars’

While the sassy Spanish performer is bringing her best step ball change, she’s also working to create positive changes for animals.

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Fur Flies as Protesters Gather at Canada Goose’s Initial Public Offering

On the day of its Initial Public Offering, Canada Goose finds out that when you’re trading in lives, IPO means Inviting Public Outrage.