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.

Zoo Lands in Hot Water After PETA Complaint About Animal Suffering

Once again, a roadside zoo earns itself a pile of citations for violating the Animal Welfare Act.

Proof Positive: We Are Winning Against Experiments on Animals

For years, PETA scientists have been proving that animal experiments are abusive, unreliable, and wasteful and cost both animal and human lives.

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Why Is There a Handcuffed Chimpanzee in Newspapers Across the Country?

You may have noticed that today in the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal, there was a chimpanzee handcuffed by strips of film.

Monkeys From Primate Products Suffering in Laboratories

PETA’s eyewitness investigation into Primate Products, Inc., revealed widespread abuse, and for many monkeys, that’s only the beginning.

Stella McCartney Shines a Light on Spaying—and It’s Neon

Stella McCartney’s autumn 2016 collection was inspired by her love of animals. And the store windows were inspired by her love for PETA.

Gay PETA Vice President Leads Protest of All Gun Violence at NRA

No one deserves to be a victim of gun violence, no matter his or her race, gender, sexual orientation, or species.

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Video: Door Severs Lion’s Tail; Oregon Zookeeper Dismisses It

Once again, an animal’s blood is on the hands of the zoo industry.

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Exhibitor Uses Electric Prod to Make Zebras and Camels Perform

Animals deserve better than circus abuse.

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hands-on encounters teach humans dangerous lessons about interacting with wildlife

The Cliché of the Sea Lion Balancing a Ball on Her Nose Continues

Abusive exhibitors truck sea lions across the country and force them to perform meaningless tricks and pose for pictures with the public.

Breeding Center Wants to Send 1,000 Dogs a Year to Laboratories

Nearly 50,000 people have petitioned to stop B&K Universal.

Gucci Parades Tortured Animals’ Skins Through Westminster Abbey

Gucci’s animal skin–filled fashion show inside Westminster Abbey has prompted a debate about Christians’ responsibility for the rest of God’s creation.

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Pulse Victims, Their Surviving Animals Get Leaf on PETA Tree of Life

PETA’s staff is passing the hat for the beloved animals who were left behind to wonder why their guardians don’t come home.

Schindler’s List Star: What the World Would Look Like if Everyone Went Vegan

See the beautiful PETA Germany spot “Hope” that has already been viewed almost 600,000 times in that country alone.

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Animal Companions

U.S. Congress Aims to Shut Down China’s Dog-Meat Trade

Led by Rep. Alcee L. Hastings, U.S. members of Congress are working together to stop the dog slaughter.

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Distressed Elephant Caged in Tiny Electrified Enclosure

The Shriners owe the public an explanation for their outdated, cruel decision to exploit beleaguered elephant Nosey.