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.

Animal Companions

Up to $22,500 Reward Offered for Help With Capture of Dog Killer

Los Angeles city officials and animal-advocacy groups are joining forces to track down the man who was seen beating and killing a small dog.

The Worst-Performing Major Theme Park in North America Is …

This attendance graph looks like the trajectory of a skydiving jump.

What? Indy 500 Celebrates 100th Race by Taking Babies From Their Moms

The Indy 500 race will celebrate 100 years by tearing babies away from their mothers. Not because the moms are bad—it’s not personal. It’s just a business deal.

PETA Honors Alaska Lawmaker Who Had a Warm Heart for Animals

State Rep. Max Gruenberg’s kindness to animals will leave Alaska with fond memories for years to come.

Second Person to Receive Peter Singer Prize, After Singer: Ingrid Newkirk

The group that established the Peter Singer Prize chose its namesake as the first recipient. After Singer, they chose Ingrid Newkirk.

‘Tigers’ Dance for Obama, White House Staff to Celebrate New Protection

PETA celebrated President Barack Obama’s new protections for captive tigers today by sending a few of our own big cats to host a dance party.

Asmussen Might Win the Derby—but His Horse Won’t

Here’s why we won’t be impressed if Gun Runner or Creator wins the Derby.

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Victory! Rabbits to Be Spared in Taiwan

After pressure, the Taiwanese government has promised to end the use of rabbits in classical swine fever vaccine production by as soon as the end of this year.

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Paul McCartney Names Portland Most Vegan-Friendly City

The most vegan-friendly city in the U.S. earns a special night with a knight.

Scientists Converge on Johns Hopkins to Discuss Animal-Free Labs

Three days at Johns Hopkins could spare countless animals a painful death in a laboratory.

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Who’s Smarter Than PetSmart? Courtney Stodden … and Almost Everyone Else

Courtney Stodden tells PetSmart that it’s PetStupid.

PETA Pranks Trump Brothers and Other Hunters

PETA has been pranking hunters, including the Trump brothers, for months, and none of them has a clue that they’re in our crosshairs.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Banana-Mayo Sandwich Gets Push From PETA

Race fans at PETA are helping Earnhardt improve upon his favorite sandwich and stay in racing shape.

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9 Animals Who Are Better at April Fools’ Day Than You

Maybe you put flour in someone’s hairdryer or unplugged the copier today, but these animals are really killing it at April Fools’ Day.

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Could PETA’s Prank Lead to a Naked Oprah Ad?

“YOU get a naked ad, YOU get a naked ad, EVERYBODY gets a naked ad!” It’s Oprah like you’ve never seen her before.

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