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230 Animals Spayed or Neutered, Thanks to PETA Latino

PETA Latino’s spay/neuter event in Cancún, Mexico, prevented 230 animals from contributing to the overpopulation crisis.

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How a Dog Named Victory Escaped Defeat in Ukraine—and More!

Thanks to your donations, PETA-supported rescuers are able to answer the call when animals, like Lada and Victory, in Ukraine need help.

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Award-Winning Actor Danai Gurira’s Real-Life Mission to Save Dogs

Warrior for animals Danai Gurira teamed up with PETA to warn people about the dangers dogs face when left in hot vehicles, even for just a few minutes.

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Star-Studded Support: 18 Celebrities Who Light Up National Adopt-a-Dog Month

It’s National Adopt-a-Dog Month, and these 18 celebs are drawing attention to the homeless-animal crisis and the importance of adopting and never buying.

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Photos: See How PETA Helped Dogs Trapped in Tropical Storm Ophelia’s Path

See how PETA fieldworkers helped “backyard dogs” left outside in Tropical Storm Ophelia’s path when their owners failed to bring them indoors.

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How to Make a Disaster Survival Backpack Kit for Animal Companions

Do you have a plan in place in case of an emergency? Discover tips for safeguarding your animal companions during earthquakes, fires, floods, and more.

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Animal Companions
A ‘Tail’ of Two Dogs: Charik and Graf Will Live to See Another Day

Don’t miss how PETA-supported teams in Ukraine saved the lives of Charik, Graf, and many others when all hope seemed lost. Then find out how you can help animals like them!

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Animal Companions
Honor a Loved One on ‘Animal Companion Memorial Day’

We remember our departed animals every day, but “Pet” Memorial Day is a wonderful time to pay special tribute to them.

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Taking Down Animal Abusers From the Inside: Hear How PETA Goes Undercover

It can be heartbreaking and dangerous, but it saves thousands of lives. Hear PETA Vice President Daniel Paden explain the work of our undercover investigation team.

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Animal Companions
Maia the Dog, Lost at the Airport, Found Alive After 3 Weeks

Breaking: Maia has been found alive and is on her way to being reunited with her family after PETA joined the rescue effort!

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Video Reportedly Shows a Few Survivors Swimming Among the Dead at PetSmart

A viral TikTok video of dozens of seemingly dead fish reportedly filmed at PetSmart proves that if you love fish, you should never buy them.

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Animal Companions
Rainy Day Got You Down? This Adoptable Dog Will Lift Your Spirits

PETA brought this formerly tethered chow chow in from the rain. Will you bring her into your family?

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Did You Know Dogs and Cats Can Get Sunburned? Learn the Facts

Can dogs and cats get sunburns? Just like humans, they can suffer if exposed to too much sun. Learn how to help them stay cool and safe this summer.

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How Michigan’s Even Keel Exotics Pushed Feds Past the Tipping Point

In August 2023, the USDA confiscated close to 150 animals from Michigan’s Even Keel Exotics. Learn how PETA played a part.

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Animal Companions
PETA Doesn’t Just ‘Throw Shade’—We Take Action for Animals

Meet five of the many “backyard dogs” who survived the extreme heat, thanks to PETA’s creative problem-solving.

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The first World Day for Laboratory Animals protest in the U.S., 1980
PETA’s Milestones for Animals: 1980 to Now
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“Almost all of us grew up eating meat, wearing leather, and going to circuses and zoos. We never considered the impact of these actions on the animals involved. For whatever reason, you are now asking the question: Why should animals have rights?”

— Ingrid E. Newkirk, PETA President and co-author of Animalkind

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