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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Authorities Say Tiger Exhibitor Stole Donations Solicited for Animals

Authorities say that Dade City’s Wild Things owner Kathryn Stearns begged for donations for animal care—then used the money for personal expenses.

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Food

KFC Takes Vegan Fried Chicken to Nearly 4,000 Locations Nationwide

PETA is watching nearly two decades of action come to fruition as KFC launches vegan fried chicken from Beyond Meat.

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Man Who Held Lions Captive for Entertainment Killed by Them

How many more ways do animals have to tell us that they aren’t ours to confine and use for our entertainment?

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Animal Companions

Dog in Shelter Enjoys a Fun Day out on the Town—and Gets Adopted

Just try not to get happy while you watch this spunky little girl explore the world, make new friends (human and nonhuman), sip her puppuccino, and smile.

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People Etch Their Names Into Elderly Rhinoceros’s Back

Does it really need to be expressly stated that animals shouldn’t be treated like chalkboards?

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Paralyzed Animals, Cubs in Freezer Uncovered at Captive Big-Cat Ranch

Officials find big cats and cubs paralyzed, jerking, dead in a freezer, and suffering from mange at a facility likely part of the wildlife tourism industry.

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AstraZeneca and Novo Nordisk A/S Stick Up for Animals!

These industry leaders are helping PETA end abusive and pointless forced swim tests on small animals worldwide.

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PETA’s Flesh-Eater Sidewalk Ads Will Reach Up and Grab Zombie Fans

PETA is taking over Living Dead Weekend with undead hands that will grab hold of flesh-eaters.

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Bill Maher and PETA Expose Canada Goose at Annual Meeting

Do bone fractures, lacerations, and hemorrhaging sound “ethical” to you?

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Rescued! Seven Camels Saved From Sacrifice

Upon learning that seven camels were about to be sacrificed for Eid al-Adha, PETA India and local supporters sprang into action.

Video: Rescuers Save Life of Injured Cow in Deep, Water-Filled Trench

A harrowing day had a happy ending for one sweet bovine, thanks to a team of rescuers who refused to give up.

Victory! Chicken Slaughterhouse Shut Out of Town

Hundreds of opponents turned out to give a resounding NO to chicken killer Joseph Rosario, who had wanted to build a “live market” on Long Island.

PETA Victory! AAA Northeast Drops SeaWorld

AAA clubs are listening. Help PETA get them all to stop selling SeaWorld tickets.

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Animal Companions

Best Thing You’ll See Today: Rescued Dog Discovers Toys, Laps, Love

Missy spent 10 years in a filthy makeshift pen outdoors. Now her new guardians are determined to show her how much she’s loved. Watch her learn to run, play, and cuddle.

Entertainment

These Dating Profile Pictures Will Have You Eloping by the Weekend

Want more right swipes? Here are 10 types of dating profile pictures guaranteed to get them.