New Studies Show Why Racetracks Should Go Whip-Free for Horses

Since research proves that horses are much more sensitive to whips than people may realize, passing rules prohibiting whips in races remains a top priority.

Just in Time for the Holidays! Belinda Carlisle Launches ‘Go-Go Vegan’ PETA Tee

1980 saw the founding of PETA as well as the first Go-Go’s single, and the band members were among PETA’s first famous supporters. Now you can get a T-shirt modeled by lead singer Belinda Carlisle exclusively through the PETA Shop.

PETA, Dove, The Body Shop, and More Than 450 Others Defend Animal Testing Ban

PETA and other compassionate companies have signed an open letter calling on the European Parliament, Commission, and Council to uphold the animal test and marketing bans.

See How You Can Win a Vegan Electric Car and Join PETA’s BIG PARTY!

Celebrate PETA’s 40 years of victories by attending an online auction with more than 100 exciting items to bid on, including an electric car, VIP Guns N’ Roses tickets and other great experiences, and vegan Baskin-Robbins ice cream!

Stores and Restaurants Participating in ‘ThanksVegan’ 2020

“ThanksVegan” is here, and if you’re not joining in on the vegan fun, you’re missing out! Check out these participating stores and restaurants.

PETA Video: What Happens When a Boy Trades Places With a Turkey?

Follow one boy on his harrowing misadventure alongside a group of turkeys in PETA’s animated Thanksgiving video.

Dolphin Obituaries: What It’s Really Like to Live and Die at SeaWorld

At SeaWorld, Bossa, Lily, and Puka were used as breeding machines to create generations of dolphins confined to small concrete tanks for life. Now, all three are dead.

VICTORY! ascena retail Bans Alpaca Wool After Talks With PETA

After communication with PETA, ascena retail has promised to stop sourcing alpaca wool and ban the material in all future collections. Ann Taylor and LOFT are finally going alpaca-wool-free!

Here’s How ‘I Am Greta’ Is a Call to Save Our Planet AND Animals

Greta Thunberg—climate activist, devoted vegan, and agitator to science deniers everywhere—is now the star of her own riveting documentary.

I Am Greta
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Smithfield-Bound Truck Runs off the Road, Kills Pigs

A truck taking more than 160 pigs to a Smithfield Foods slaughterhouse was involved in a wreck just before delivering the animals.

Progress for Horses! California Horse Racing Board Toughens Thyroid Drug Rules

PETA blew the lid off horse trainer Steve Asmussen’s misuse of thyroxine. Now, the California Horse Racing Board is taking action to curb abuse of the powerful prescription drug.

USDA Says Sick Chickens Could Be Sold; PETA Says Time to Go Vegan Is Now

This new rule from the Trump administration is anything but safe. Here’s why the USDA must stop allowing the sale of diseased chicken flesh.

Animal Companions
5 Things to Consider Before Adopting a Dog During the Pandemic

After months of social distancing and lockdowns, more and more people are adopting dogs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s one PETA staffer’s experience.

Celebrate ‘ThanksVegan’ With PETA’s Ultimate Holiday Guide

Your feast will look and taste great—and you’ll feel good, too—with these easy vegan recipes that everyone will love. Take this holiday guide with you when you go shopping!

Vote for Top Brands and Influencers to Win a 2020 PETA Libby Award

We nominated the individuals, brands, and products that go above and beyond for animals. Now, we need YOU to vote and tell us which ones should win. Voting ends on December 2, so don’t wait!

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