Companion Animals

Why the Caged Bird Screams

Can you imagine the feeling of flying? Imagine the wind, the sun, the freedom; imagine the whole world below you. As a child, I would dream about flying, and …

Caring for Your Companion Animal

Many of us have cats, dogs, or other animals as companions. Most people should realize that companion animals are a part of our families and that they rely on …

Peace in the Pack

One reason animal-shelter workers often hear for the surrender of a dog or cat is, “He or she didn’t get along with my other animals”. In some cases, a …

Crates and Cages: Prison for Dogs

Sadly, it’s quite common for people to use crates or cages to house their dogs for 12, 15, or even 24 hours a day. The hours add up quickly: …

PETA and PAWS Team Up to Help Flood Victims in the Philippines

When heavy rains brought on by tropical storm Haikui pounded the capital, leading to evacuations in many communities, PETA Asia, which has a campaigns office in Manila, and local …

Urgent Alert: Ask Malaysian Authorities to Crack Down on Puppy Killers

Malaysians are outraged by a recent heartless attack on a dog named Kanilla in Cyberjaya, Malaysia—and they want their government to know about it! A video recently posted on …

A Year in Review: An Update on Belle

On a recent visit to my hometown, I was able to catch up with Belle and check in on how she had adjusted to her forever home.

How Much Is That Doggie in the Window REALLY Going to Cost?

That cute puppy or kitten staring out at you from the pet store window can cost a great deal more than the initial price tag suggests.

Healthy Home-Cooked Vegan Meals … for ‘Man’s Best Friend’!

Many vegans would like their animal companions to lead a healthy vegan life, and these days, there are a variety of vegan pet-food brands available at specialty pet stores …

MMA Fighter Garreth McLellan Knocks Out Cruelty!

When South African mixed martial arts fighter Garreth “Soldier Boy” McLellan isn’t ground ‘n’ pounding his latest opponent in the cage, he’s keen to speak out against dogfighting. His …