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Helping Animals in a War Zone: One Volunteer’s Experience in Ukraine

A staff member at a U.S. farmed-animal sanctuary joined PETA Germany’s team near the Ukrainian border in Hungary. Learn about the animals he helped, and find out how you can support this vital work.

Uvalde Shooter and Others Share a Common Trait: Cruelty to Animals

Study after study has confirmed a link between killing animals and committing violent acts against humans. Amid an epidemic of youth violence, PETA urges everyone to report every act of cruelty.

Are You Dwight’s Perfect Match? He’s Eager to Meet His New Family

After recovering from a severe and untreated skin infection, the only thing Dwight is itching for now is a loving, responsible home. Contact PETA to learn more.

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PHOTOS: PETA’s 2022 Poochella Festival Helps Virginia Dogs Find Loving Homes

PETA’s Poochella adoption festival came back with a bang this year, with dozens of happy dogs looking for loving new homes.

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Buffalo Shooting Suspect Allegedly Beheaded Cat Weeks Before Attack

Details coming out following the tragic shooting in Buffalo, New York, show that the alleged shooter reportedly had a history of violence toward animals.

Viral Photo of Abandoned Dog Shows Why Open-Admission Shelters Are Vital

Baby Girl, the dog abandoned with a backpack of toys and a note from her distraught guardian, is a victim of irresponsible shelters.

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A Week in the Life of PETA’s Cruelty Investigations Department

On an average day, PETA’s Cruelty Investigations Department receives dozens of phone calls reporting cases of animal abuse. Here’s what happens next.

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From Birds to Bugs: PETA Kids Lists Books to Inspire the Whole Family

If you’re looking for new stories to fill your child’s imagination, take a page out of PETA Kids’ book with these colorful and engaging tales of empathy for animals.

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GRAPHIC: PETA Obtains Disturbing Photos Exposing the Lie of ‘Live Release’ Stats

The animal “rescue” industry is an unregulated Wild West. Animals are suffering and dying horrifically as a result.

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Why You Should Never ‘Like’ or Share Videos of Animals Being Teased on Social Media

If you come across a social media post or video showing animals being teased, speak out: Leave feedback and help inform others about why these things are harmful. Learn what to say now.

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American Humane Continues to Overlook Cruelty, Certifies Petco as Its First ‘Pet’ Provider

With the launch of its certified “pet” provider program, it appears that American Humane’s deception continues.

PETA Fieldworkers Free Gandalf From Life on a Chain—Now That’s What We’re ‘Tolkien’ About!

Gandalf jumped for joy when PETA fieldworkers arrived to rescue him. Meet this sweet boy and some of the other hundreds of animals helped recently, and learn how you can support this vital work.

Actor Jena Malone Saw a Dog Apparently Being Abused on a Street in Hollywood—She Took Swift Action, and You Can, Too

It’s essential to stop abuse if you can, no matter the species of the victim. PETA praises Jena Malone for joining other good Samaritans in taking action to ensure a dog’s safety—she made a difference, and so can you.

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‘Frisky Feline’ Sofía Sisniega Leads Spay-a-Thon for Cats in Cancún

PETA Latino and actor Sofía Sisniega spent the weekend in Cancún as part of an event that sterilized 206 cats in just two days!

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U.S. Senators Call For USDA to Suspend Envigo’s License

A laboratory-supplying beagle-breeding factory farm—it was the PETA undercover investigation heard round the world, and the shockwaves have reached U.S. senators.

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