petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-04--New Studies Show Why Racetracks Should Go Whip-Free for Horses

It doesn ’ t take a rocket scientist to know that whipping horses while forcing them to run as fast as they possibly can is abusive , but new research proves the common horse racing practice is both extremely harmful and unnecessary for racing integrity .
A study published by Sydney-based researchers Lydia Tong , Melinda Stewart , Ian Johnson , Richard Appleyard , Bethany Wilson , Olivia James , Craig Johnson , and Paul McGreevy suggests that horses experience pain when they ’ re whipped just as humans do .
While horse skin is thicker overall than human skin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ animals from the pain that a whip strike causes .
The part of the skin that ’ s enervated—that registers the pain—is the same thickness as that of humans .
The study also found that humans and horses have “ equivalent basic anatomic structures to detect pain in the skin , ” with no significant differences in nerve ending concentration .
While horse skin is thicker overall than human skin , it doesn ’ t insulate the animals from the pain that a whip strike causes .
The part of the skin that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ same thickness as that of humans .
The study also found that humans and horses have “ equivalent basic anatomic structures to detect pain in the skin , ” with no significant differences in nerve ending concentration .
We already knew that whipping horses doesn ’ t make them run faster , but a more recent study provides evidence that it also doesn ’ t improve steering , reduce interference , or improve safety .
It ’ s not essential to horse racing at all .
The research provides nothing to commend the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the authors of the study note that animal welfare concerns and public discontent far outweigh the feeble justifications for whipping .
In addition to sharing our capacity to feel pain , horses care deeply for their families and have complex emotions .
They shouldn ’ t be abused and forced to run for anyone ’ s entertainment , no matter what the conditions are .
Pushing for stricter rules on racetracks is a step in the right direction .
New Jersey became the first state to issue a statewide ban on whipping , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Help us urge the New York State Gaming Commission to adopt a similar regulation : Take Action to Have Whipping Banned in New York

It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that whipping horses while forcing them to run as fast as they possibly can is abusive, but new research proves the common horse racing practice is both extremely harmful and unnecessary for racing integrity.
A study published by Sydney-based researchers Lydia Tong, Melinda Stewart, Ian Johnson, Richard Appleyard, Bethany Wilson, Olivia James, Craig Johnson, and Paul McGreevy suggests that horses experience pain when they’re whipped just as humans do.
While horse skin is thicker overall than human skin, it doesn’t insulate the animals from the pain that a whip strike causes. The part of the skin that’s enervated—that registers the pain—is the same thickness as that of humans. The study also found that humans and horses have “equivalent basic anatomic structures to detect pain in the skin,” with no significant differences in nerve ending concentration.
We already knew that whipping horses doesn’t make them run faster, but a more recent study provides evidence that it also doesn’t improve steering, reduce interference, or improve safety. It’s not essential to horse racing at all. The research provides nothing to commend the use of whips in races, and the authors of the study note that animal welfare concerns and public discontent far outweigh the feeble justifications for whipping.
In addition to sharing our capacity to feel pain, horses care deeply for their families and have complex emotions. They shouldn’t be abused and forced to run for anyone’s entertainment, no matter what the conditions are. Pushing for stricter rules on racetracks is a step in the right direction.
New Jersey became the first state to issue a statewide ban on whipping, but the work is far from done. Help us urge the New York State Gaming Commission to adopt a similar regulation:


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--PETA to Montana Governor and Dept. of Public Health & Human Services: Shut Down Animal Labs

Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases , Group Slams Waste of Animals ' Lives , Taxpayer Money and Risk to Public Health Missoula , Mont .
– Spiking COVID-19 cases are compromising Montana ’ s reopening plan , and PETA is calling on the governor and the Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services to cut cruel animal experiments statewide—starting with tests on animals , many of whom institutions deemed to be non-essential in response to the pandemic—and protect human health by having staff not come into laboratories to conduct worthless experiments .
In its letter , PETA points out that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ University of Montana ( UM ) issued guidance deeming many of its experiments—and the animals used in them—extraneous , which resulted in the apparent euthanasia of numerous animals in its laboratories .
UM implemented a plan in which “ researchers with active animal studies ” were urged to “ consider finalizing experimental endpoints and reducing population numbers in accordance with approved animal use protocols ” and to “ delay starting longitudinal studies until further notice.
” PETA questions why animals deemed by the university to be extraneous are being bought , bred , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first place and notes that staff conducting these experiments are being put at unnecessary risk as a result of working in close proximity to others .
In addition , if animal testing resumes and Montana shuts down again , more animals may be euthanized , wasting taxpayer money that could have funded superior , human-relevant studies .
“ This pandemic should be a wake-up call to shift away from experiments on animals and toward a ‘ new normal ’ of modern , non-animal research methods , ” says PETA Vice President Shalin Gala @ @ @ @ @ @ @ officials to learn from the past and keep all animals from suffering in cruel and wasteful tests.
” More than 90 % of results from basic scientific research—much involving animal testing—fails to lead to treatments for humans , and 95 % of new medications found to be safe and effective in animals fail in human clinical trials .
PETA previously called for an audit of public money , personnel , property , equipment , and space used by UM for animal tests deemed non-essential , noting that the university received nearly $ 99 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fiscal year , some of which may have funded such animal experiments .
PETA—whose motto reads , in part , that “ animals are not ours to experiment on ” —opposes speciesism , a human-supremacist worldview .
For more information , please visit PETA.org , click here , or follow the group on Twitter , Facebook ,

Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases, Group Slams Waste of Animals' Lives, Taxpayer Money and Risk to Public Health
For Immediate Release:
December 3, 2020
Contact:
Tasgola Bruner 202-483-7382
Missoula, Mont. – Spiking COVID-19 cases are compromising Montana’s reopening plan, and PETA is calling on the governor and the Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services to cut cruel animal experiments statewide—starting with tests on animals, many of whom institutions deemed to be non-essential in response to the pandemic—and protect human health by having staff not come into laboratories to conduct worthless experiments.
In its letter, PETA points out that during the initial COVID-19 shutdown, the University of Montana (UM) issued guidance deeming many of its experiments—and the animals used in them—extraneous, which resulted in the apparent euthanasia of numerous animals in its laboratories. UM implemented a plan in which “researchers with active animal studies” were urged to “consider finalizing experimental endpoints and reducing population numbers in accordance with approved animal use protocols” and to “delay starting longitudinal studies until further notice.”
PETA questions why animals deemed by the university to be extraneous are being bought, bred, trapped, or experimented on in the first place and notes that staff conducting these experiments are being put at unnecessary risk as a result of working in close proximity to others. In addition, if animal testing resumes and Montana shuts down again, more animals may be euthanized, wasting taxpayer money that could have funded superior, human-relevant studies.
“This pandemic should be a wake-up call to shift away from experiments on animals and toward a ‘new normal’ of modern, non-animal research methods,” says PETA Vice President Shalin Gala. “PETA is calling on state officials to learn from the past and keep all animals from suffering in cruel and wasteful tests.”
More than 90% of results from basic scientific research—much involving animal testing—fails to lead to treatments for humans, and 95% of new medications found to be safe and effective in animals fail in human clinical trials.
PETA previously called for an audit of public money, personnel, property, equipment, and space used by UM for animal tests deemed non-essential, noting that the university received nearly $99 million in state appropriations in the last fiscal year, some of which may have funded such animal experiments.
PETA—whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to experiment on”—opposes speciesism, a human-supremacist worldview. For more information, please visit PETA.org, click here, or follow the group on Twitter, Facebook,


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--PETA Statement: Death of a Dog at Phoenix Hospital

Phoenix – Please see the following statement from PETA Senior Vice President Kathy Guillermo regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture @ @ @ @ @ Health St. Joseph ’ s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix for the death of @ @ @ @ @ The experimenters and staff who killed a young dog with anesthesia should never be allowed @ @ @ @ @ .
This incident was not only a violation of the law but also evidence of @ @ @ @ @ and knowledge .
The lives of animals should not be entrusted to them—yet federal records @ @ @ @ @ used cats , pigs , and rabbits .
Hospital officials need to shut down this @ @ @ @ @ reads , in part , that “ animals are not ours to experiment on ” @ @ @ @ @ worldview .
For more information , please visit PETA.org .

For Immediate Release:
December 3, 2020
Contact:
Tasgola Bruner 202-483-7382
Phoenix – Please see the following statement from PETA Senior Vice President Kathy Guillermo regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s citation of Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix for the death of a dog under anesthesia:
The experimenters and staff who killed a young dog with anesthesia should never be allowed to experiment on animals again. This incident was not only a violation of the law but also evidence of a serious lack of training and knowledge. The lives of animals should not be entrusted to them—yet federal records show that Dignity Health also used cats, pigs, and rabbits. Hospital officials need to shut down this program now.
PETA—whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to experiment on”—opposes speciesism, a human-supremacist worldview. For more information, please visit PETA.org.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--Just in Time for the Holidays! Belinda Carlisle Launches ‘Go-Go Vegan’ PETA Tee

Before Pamela Anderson , before Eva Mendes , and before Dennis Rodman , there were The Go-Go 's .
These @ @ @ @ @ only pioneers for women in music but also animal rights innovators as the first celebrities @ @ @ @ @ `` rather go naked than wear fur . ''
2020 marks the 40th anniversary of @ @ @ @ @ , and we 're proud to offer this `` Go-Go Vegan '' tee to honor @ @ @ @ @ to the fight for animal rights !

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petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--PETA to ‘Shut Down’ ExxonMobil Gas Station for Cruelty to Dogs

Saskatoon , Sask .
– Because ExxonMobil continues to pump money into the deadly Iditarod dog race even as other sponsors have pulled out , PETA supporters armed with yellow caution tape will “ close ” a local Esso station—which ExxonMobil is the parent company of—for cruelty tomorrow .
The action follows a PETA protest outside the company ’ s headquarters and is one of many planned for Esso locations nationwide .
Where : Esso gas station , 2901 Eighth St. E. ( at the intersection with Goodwin Avenue ) , Saskatoon “ ExxonMobil has the shameful distinction of being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sponsoring the Iditarod ’ s cruelty to dogs , ” says PETA Executive Vice President Tracy Reiman .
“ PETA is urging it to stop propping up an evil industry that forces dogs to run so far and so fast that they often die after inhaling their own vomit.
” Jack Daniel ’ s , Coca-Cola , Wells Fargo , Alaska Airlines , and many other companies cut ties with the race after PETA pointed out that more than 150 dogs have died in the Iditarod since it began .
In addition to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( as revealed in this PETA exposé ) , dogs are forced to pull heavy sleds across 1,000 miles through blinding blizzards and subzero temperatures .
More than 220 dogs were pulled off the trail during the 2020 race because of exhaustion , illness , injury , or other causes .
One , Cool Cat , developed twisted intestines and almost died .
Another , Betty , had pneumonia and was in critical condition , and two others refused to eat and had fevers , diarrhea , and persistent coughs .
PETA—whose motto @ @ @ @ @ @ @ animals are not ours to use for entertainment ” —opposes speciesism , which is a human-supremacist worldview .
For more information , please visit PETA.org or follow the group on Twitter , Facebook , or Instagram .

For Immediate Release:
December 3, 2020
Contact:
Brooke Rossi 202-483-7382
Saskatoon, Sask. – Because ExxonMobil continues to pump money into the deadly Iditarod dog race even as other sponsors have pulled out, PETA supporters armed with yellow caution tape will “close” a local Esso station—which ExxonMobil is the parent company of—for cruelty tomorrow. The action follows a PETA protest outside the company’s headquarters and is one of many planned for Esso locations nationwide.
When: Friday, December 4, 12 noon
Where: Esso gas station, 2901 Eighth St. E. (at the intersection with Goodwin Avenue), Saskatoon
“ExxonMobil has the shameful distinction of being one of the last major companies still sponsoring the Iditarod’s cruelty to dogs,” says PETA Executive Vice President Tracy Reiman. “PETA is urging it to stop propping up an evil industry that forces dogs to run so far and so fast that they often die after inhaling their own vomit.”
Jack Daniel’s, Coca-Cola, Wells Fargo, Alaska Airlines, and many other companies cut ties with the race after PETA pointed out that more than 150 dogs have died in the Iditarod since it began. In addition to being tied up on mushers’ properties (as revealed in this PETA exposé), dogs are forced to pull heavy sleds across 1,000 miles through blinding blizzards and subzero temperatures.
More than 220 dogs were pulled off the trail during the 2020 race because of exhaustion, illness, injury, or other causes. One, Cool Cat, developed twisted intestines and almost died. Another, Betty, had pneumonia and was in critical condition, and two others refused to eat and had fevers, diarrhea, and persistent coughs.
PETA—whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to use for entertainment”—opposes speciesism, which is a human-supremacist worldview. For more information, please visit PETA.org or follow the group on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--PETA to Indiana Governor and State Department of Health: Shut Down Animal Labs

Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases , Group Slams Waste of Animals ' Lives , Taxpayer Money and Risk to Public Health West Lafayette , Ind .
– Spiking COVID-19 cases are compromising Indiana ’ s reopening plan , and PETA is calling on the governor and the Indiana State Department of Health to cut cruel animal experiments statewide—starting with tests on animals , many of whom institutions deemed to be non-essential in response to the pandemic—and protect human health by having staff not come into laboratories to conduct worthless experiments .
In its letter , PETA points out that during the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guidance deeming many of its experiments—and the animals used in them—extraneous , which resulted in the apparent euthanasia of numerous animals in its laboratories .
Purdue requested that experimenters “ ramp-down noncritical research ” and “ [ i ] dentify and label the animals on … protocols that are the most critical to save.
” PETA questions why animals deemed by the university to be extraneous are being bought , bred , trapped , or experimented on in the first place and notes that staff conducting these experiments are being put at unnecessary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ close proximity to others .
In addition , if animal testing resumes and Indiana shuts down again , more animals may be euthanized , wasting taxpayer money that could have funded superior , human-relevant studies .
“ This pandemic should be a wake-up call to shift away from experiments on animals and toward a ‘ new normal ’ of modern , non-animal research methods , ” says PETA Vice President Shalin Gala .
“ PETA is calling on state officials to learn from the past and keep all animals from suffering in cruel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % of results from basic scientific research—much involving animal testing—fails to lead to treatments for humans , and 95 % of new medications found to be safe and effective in animals fail in human clinical trials .
PETA previously called for an audit of public money , personnel , property , equipment , and space used by Purdue for animal tests deemed non-essential , noting that the university received nearly $ 406 million in state appropriations in the last fiscal year , some of which may have funded such animal experiments .
PETA—whose @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ animals are not ours to experiment on ” —opposes speciesism , a human-supremacist worldview .
For more information , please visit PETA.org or follow the group on Twitter , Facebook , or Instagram .

Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases, Group Slams Waste of Animals' Lives, Taxpayer Money and Risk to Public Health
For Immediate Release:
December 3, 2020
Contact:
Tasgola Bruner 202-483-7382
West Lafayette, Ind. – Spiking COVID-19 cases are compromising Indiana’s reopening plan, and PETA is calling on the governor and the Indiana State Department of Health to cut cruel animal experiments statewide—starting with tests on animals, many of whom institutions deemed to be non-essential in response to the pandemic—and protect human health by having staff not come into laboratories to conduct worthless experiments.
In its letter, PETA points out that during the initial COVID-19 shutdown, Purdue University issued guidance deeming many of its experiments—and the animals used in them—extraneous, which resulted in the apparent euthanasia of numerous animals in its laboratories. Purdue requested that experimenters “ramp-down noncritical research” and “[i]dentify and label the animals on … protocols that are the most critical to save.”
PETA questions why animals deemed by the university to be extraneous are being bought, bred, trapped, or experimented on in the first place and notes that staff conducting these experiments are being put at unnecessary risk as a result of working in close proximity to others. In addition, if animal testing resumes and Indiana shuts down again, more animals may be euthanized, wasting taxpayer money that could have funded superior, human-relevant studies.
“This pandemic should be a wake-up call to shift away from experiments on animals and toward a ‘new normal’ of modern, non-animal research methods,” says PETA Vice President Shalin Gala. “PETA is calling on state officials to learn from the past and keep all animals from suffering in cruel and wasteful tests.”
More than 90% of results from basic scientific research—much involving animal testing—fails to lead to treatments for humans, and 95% of new medications found to be safe and effective in animals fail in human clinical trials.
PETA previously called for an audit of public money, personnel, property, equipment, and space used by Purdue for animal tests deemed non-essential, noting that the university received nearly $406 million in state appropriations in the last fiscal year, some of which may have funded such animal experiments.
PETA—whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to experiment on”—opposes speciesism, a human-supremacist worldview. For more information, please visit PETA.org or follow the group on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--Urgent From PETA: Wildfire Survival Tips for Animals

Butte County , Calif. – Because the North Complex fire is threatening areas across Butte County and evacuation warnings are in place , animals must be kept indoors and will die if abandoned .
Residents in areas affected by smoke and falling ash should keep animals indoors and avoid all outdoor activities , such as running with dogs .
If visibility is less than 5 miles , smoke has compromised the air quality and reached unsafe levels .
Anyone who sees animals in distress and is unable to help should note their locations and alert authorities immediately .
Trapped horses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wildfires .
They should never be locked in their stalls or confined in any way , unable to flee .
Animals must never be left behind .
Anyone who evacuates and intentionally abandons animals to fend for themselves may be prosecuted .
PETA has released a wildfire-preparedness public service announcement featuring Dean Winters .
Make plans to ensure the safety of animal companions in advance of trouble in order to avoid being caught unprepared .
PETA also offers a video about keeping animal companions safe during fires .
For more information , visit @ @

For Immediate Release:
September 10, 2020
Contact:
Brooke Rossi 202-483-7382
Butte County, Calif. – Because the North Complex fire is threatening areas across Butte County and evacuation warnings are in place, animals must be kept indoors and will die if abandoned.
Residents in areas affected by smoke and falling ash should keep animals indoors and avoid all outdoor activities, such as running with dogs. If visibility is less than 5 miles, smoke has compromised the air quality and reached unsafe levels. Anyone who sees animals in distress and is unable to help should note their locations and alert authorities immediately.
Trapped horses and other animals can’t outrun wildfires. They should never be locked in their stalls or confined in any way, unable to flee.
Animals must never be left behind. Anyone who evacuates and intentionally abandons animals to fend for themselves may be prosecuted.
PETA has released a wildfire-preparedness public service announcement featuring Dean Winters. Make plans to ensure the safety of animal companions in advance of trouble in order to avoid being caught unprepared. PETA also offers a video about keeping animal companions safe during fires. For more information, visit PETA.org.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--PETA to Minnesota Governor and Department of Health: Shut Down Animal Labs

Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases , Group Slams Waste of Animals ' Lives , Taxpayer Money and Risk to Public Health Minneapolis – Spiking COVID-19 cases are compromising Minnesota ’ s reopening plan , and PETA is calling on the governor and the Minnesota Department of Health to cut cruel animal experiments statewide—starting with tests on animals , many of whom institutions deemed to be non-essential in response to the pandemic—and protect human health by having staff not come into laboratories to conduct worthless experiments .
In its letter , PETA points out that during the initial COVID-19 shutdown , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guidance deeming many of its experiments—and the animals used in them—extraneous , which resulted in the apparent euthanasia of numerous animals in its laboratories .
UM urged its experimenters to “ euthanize [ animals ] as soon as [ their ] data is collected ” and to be prepared to mark “ the 20 % of ‘ priority save ’ cages.
” PETA questions why animals deemed by the university to be extraneous are being bought , bred , trapped , or experimented on in the first place and notes that staff conducting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ risk as a result of working in close proximity to others .
In addition , if animal testing resumes and Minnesota shuts down again , more animals may be euthanized , wasting taxpayer money that could have funded superior , human-relevant studies .
“ This pandemic should be a wake-up call to shift away from experiments on animals and toward a ‘ new normal ’ of modern , non-animal research methods , ” says PETA Vice President Shalin Gala .
“ PETA is calling on state officials to learn from the past and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and wasteful tests.
” More than 90 % of results from basic scientific research—much involving animal testing—fails to lead to treatments for humans , and 95 % of new medications found to be safe and effective in animals fail in human clinical trials .
PETA previously called for an audit of public money , personnel , property , equipment , and space used by UM for animal tests deemed non-essential , noting that the university received nearly $ 674 million in state appropriations in the last fiscal year , some of which may @ @ @ @ @ @ @ motto reads , in part , that “ animals are not ours to experiment on ” —opposes speciesism , a human-supremacist worldview .
For more information , please visit PETA.org , click here , or follow the group on Twitter , Facebook , or Instagram .

Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases, Group Slams Waste of Animals' Lives, Taxpayer Money and Risk to Public Health
For Immediate Release:
December 3, 2020
Contact:
Amanda Tumbleson 202-483-7382
Minneapolis – Spiking COVID-19 cases are compromising Minnesota’s reopening plan, and PETA is calling on the governor and the Minnesota Department of Health to cut cruel animal experiments statewide—starting with tests on animals, many of whom institutions deemed to be non-essential in response to the pandemic—and protect human health by having staff not come into laboratories to conduct worthless experiments.
In its letter, PETA points out that during the initial COVID-19 shutdown, the University of Minnesota (UM) issued guidance deeming many of its experiments—and the animals used in them—extraneous, which resulted in the apparent euthanasia of numerous animals in its laboratories. UM urged its experimenters to “euthanize [animals] as soon as [their] data is collected” and to be prepared to mark “the 20% of ‘priority save’ cages.”
PETA questions why animals deemed by the university to be extraneous are being bought, bred, trapped, or experimented on in the first place and notes that staff conducting these experiments are being put at unnecessary risk as a result of working in close proximity to others. In addition, if animal testing resumes and Minnesota shuts down again, more animals may be euthanized, wasting taxpayer money that could have funded superior, human-relevant studies.
“This pandemic should be a wake-up call to shift away from experiments on animals and toward a ‘new normal’ of modern, non-animal research methods,” says PETA Vice President Shalin Gala. “PETA is calling on state officials to learn from the past and keep all animals from suffering in cruel and wasteful tests.”
More than 90% of results from basic scientific research—much involving animal testing—fails to lead to treatments for humans, and 95% of new medications found to be safe and effective in animals fail in human clinical trials.
PETA previously called for an audit of public money, personnel, property, equipment, and space used by UM for animal tests deemed non-essential, noting that the university received nearly $674 million in state appropriations in the last fiscal year, some of which may have funded such animal experiments.
PETA—whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to experiment on”—opposes speciesism, a human-supremacist worldview. For more information, please visit PETA.org, click here, or follow the group on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--PETA to Missouri Governor and Department of Health & Senior Services: Shut Down Animal Labs

Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases , Group Slams Waste of Animals ' Lives , Taxpayer Money and Risk to Public Health Jefferson City , Mo .
– Spiking COVID-19 cases are compromising Missouri ’ s reopening plan , and PETA is calling on the governor and the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services to cut cruel animal experiments statewide—starting with tests on animals , many of whom institutions deemed to be non-essential in response to the pandemic—and protect human health by having staff not come into laboratories to conduct worthless experiments .
In its letter , PETA points out that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ University of Missouri ( Mizzou ) issued guidance deeming many of its experiments—and the animals used in them—extraneous , which resulted in the apparent euthanasia of numerous animals in its laboratories .
Mizzou notified its experimenters “ about ramping down research activities where possible.
” PETA questions why animals deemed by the university to be extraneous are being bought , bred , trapped , or experimented on in the first place and notes that staff conducting these experiments are being put at unnecessary risk as a result of working in close proximity to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ testing resumes and Missouri shuts down again , more animals may be euthanized , wasting taxpayer money that could have funded superior , human-relevant studies .
“ This pandemic should be a wake-up call to shift away from experiments on animals and toward a ‘ new normal ’ of modern , non-animal research methods , ” says PETA Vice President Shalin Gala .
“ PETA is calling on state officials to learn from the past and keep all animals from suffering in cruel and wasteful tests.
” More than 90 % of results @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to lead to treatments for humans , and 95 % of new medications found to be safe and effective in animals fail in human clinical trials .
PETA previously called for an audit of public money , personnel , property , equipment , and space used by Mizzou for animal tests deemed non-essential , noting that the university received nearly $ 408 million in state appropriations in the last fiscal year , some of which may have funded such animal experiments .
PETA—whose motto reads , in part , that “ animals are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speciesism , a human-supremacist worldview .
For more information , please visit PETA.org , click here , or follow the group on Twitter , Facebook , or Instagram .

Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases, Group Slams Waste of Animals' Lives, Taxpayer Money and Risk to Public Health
For Immediate Release:
December 3, 2020
Contact:
Amanda Tumbleson 202-483-7382
Jefferson City, Mo. – Spiking COVID-19 cases are compromising Missouri’s reopening plan, and PETA is calling on the governor and the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services to cut cruel animal experiments statewide—starting with tests on animals, many of whom institutions deemed to be non-essential in response to the pandemic—and protect human health by having staff not come into laboratories to conduct worthless experiments.
In its letter, PETA points out that during the initial COVID-19 shutdown, the University of Missouri (Mizzou) issued guidance deeming many of its experiments—and the animals used in them—extraneous, which resulted in the apparent euthanasia of numerous animals in its laboratories. Mizzou notified its experimenters “about ramping down research activities where possible.”
PETA questions why animals deemed by the university to be extraneous are being bought, bred, trapped, or experimented on in the first place and notes that staff conducting these experiments are being put at unnecessary risk as a result of working in close proximity to others. In addition, if animal testing resumes and Missouri shuts down again, more animals may be euthanized, wasting taxpayer money that could have funded superior, human-relevant studies.
“This pandemic should be a wake-up call to shift away from experiments on animals and toward a ‘new normal’ of modern, non-animal research methods,” says PETA Vice President Shalin Gala. “PETA is calling on state officials to learn from the past and keep all animals from suffering in cruel and wasteful tests.”
More than 90% of results from basic scientific research—much involving animal testing—fails to lead to treatments for humans, and 95% of new medications found to be safe and effective in animals fail in human clinical trials.
PETA previously called for an audit of public money, personnel, property, equipment, and space used by Mizzou for animal tests deemed non-essential, noting that the university received nearly $408 million in state appropriations in the last fiscal year, some of which may have funded such animal experiments.
PETA—whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to experiment on”—opposes speciesism, a human-supremacist worldview. For more information, please visit PETA.org, click here, or follow the group on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--The Go-Go’s and PETA Celebrate 40th Anniversaries With “Go-Go Vegan” Shirt

Los Angeles – 1980 saw the founding of PETA as well as the release of the first Go-Go ’ s single , and the band members were among PETA ’ s first famous supporters .
Now , to mark their 40th anniversaries , lead singer Belinda Carlisle is launching a new “ Go-Go Vegan ” T-shirt available exclusively through the PETA Shop , where she models it .
“ It ’ s been a thrill to have been involved with PETA since the beginning , and I ’ m just as eager as ever to help promote animal rights , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s launched PETA ’ s star-studded “ I ’ d Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur ” campaign in 1990 and have led many PETA protests across the U.S. over the years .
Last month , Carlisle , who now lives in Bangkok , helped PETA pressure Costco to discontinue a brand of coconut milk made in Thailand using forced labor from chained monkeys , as this Today story reveals .
In August , a highly acclaimed documentary on The Go-Go ’ s debuted on Showtime , and the band has scheduled a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this year ’ s reunion tour was canceled as a result of COVID-19 restrictions ) .
Later this month , Carlisle will take part in PETA ’ s 40th anniversary virtual celebration along with other stars .
PETA ’ s motto reads , in part , that “ animals are not ours to eat , ” and we ’ re pushing to end speciesism , the human-supremacist belief that other animals exist for our benefit .
More information about PETA ’ s work is available here .

For Immediate Release:
December 3, 2020
Contact:
Moira Colley 202-483-7382
Los Angeles – 1980 saw the founding of PETA as well as the release of the first Go-Go’s single, and the band members were among PETA’s first famous supporters. Now, to mark their 40th anniversaries, lead singer Belinda Carlisle is launching a new “Go-Go Vegan” T-shirt available exclusively through the PETA Shop, where she models it.
“It’s been a thrill to have been involved with PETA since the beginning, and I’m just as eager as ever to help promote animal rights,” says Carlisle.
The Go-Go’s launched PETA’s star-studded “I’d Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur” campaign in 1990 and have led many PETA protests across the U.S. over the years. Last month, Carlisle, who now lives in Bangkok, helped PETA pressure Costco to discontinue a brand of coconut milk made in Thailand using forced labor from chained monkeys, as this Today story reveals.
In August, a highly acclaimed documentary on The Go-Go’s debuted on Showtime, and the band has scheduled a concert tour for next year (after this year’s reunion tour was canceled as a result of COVID-19 restrictions). Later this month, Carlisle will take part in PETA’s 40th anniversary virtual celebration along with other stars.
PETA’s motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to eat,” and we’re pushing to end speciesism, the human-supremacist belief that other animals exist for our benefit. More information about PETA’s work is available here.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--PETA Tips Off County to Illegal Fish Pedicures at SeaQuest

Las Vegas – This morning , PETA fired off a letter to the Southern Nevada Health District ( SNHD ) requesting an investigation into SeaQuest Las Vegas , which has been operating “ Fish Spa ” and “ Snorkel With the Stingrays ” sessions without the requisite SNHD permit .
Any facility at which the public is exposed to water for recreational purposes is required to have such a permit , which includes strict sanitation requirements designed to protect human health—requirements that , PETA notes , SeaQuest can not possibly meet .
The “ Fish Spa , ” in which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cells , is inherently unsanitary because neither the pools nor the fish can be sterilized between customers , so diseases and fungal infections can easily spread .
Accordingly , the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that fish pedicures are illegal in more than 10 states , and are prohibited by the Nevada State Board of Cosmetology at facilities it regulates .
Similarly , the “ Snorkel With the Stingrays ” pool likely can not meet the SNHD ’ s required water-quality levels for human swimmers without endangering the stingrays , sharks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the pool .
“ Fish aren ’ t pumice stones , and stingrays aren ’ t pool floats , ” says PETA Foundation Associate Director of Captive Animal Law Enforcement Michelle Sinnott .
“ PETA is calling on health authorities to crack down on SeaQuest ’ s filthy fish spas and ‘ swim with stingrays ’ gimmicks , which are dangerous for everyone in the pools , from the humans to the little fish.
” In addition to being unsanitary , fish pedicures are inherently cruel : Garra rufa fish , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ starved so that they ’ ll eat human skin .
The government of Turkey has introduced legal protections for them in order to combat overfishing and exploitation driven by the “ fish spa ” trend .
Numerous animals have suffered and died at SeaQuest Las Vegas , including a sloth named Flash and an otter named Jelly .
Former SeaQuest employees claim that birds were stepped on and killed , turtles were crushed by children , and an octopus was boiled to death in a tank .
PETA—whose motto reads , in part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to use for entertainment ” —opposes speciesism , which is a human-supremacist worldview that fosters violence toward other animals .
For more information , please visit PETA.org or follow the group on Twitter , Facebook , or Instagram .

For Immediate Release:
December 3, 2020
Contact:
David Perle 202-483-7382
Las Vegas – This morning, PETA fired off a letter to the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) requesting an investigation into SeaQuest Las Vegas, which has been operating “Fish Spa” and “Snorkel With the Stingrays” sessions without the requisite SNHD permit.
Any facility at which the public is exposed to water for recreational purposes is required to have such a permit, which includes strict sanitation requirements designed to protect human health—requirements that, PETA notes, SeaQuest cannot possibly meet. The “Fish Spa,” in which fish feed on guests’ dead skin cells, is inherently unsanitary because neither the pools nor the fish can be sterilized between customers, so diseases and fungal infections can easily spread. Accordingly, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that fish pedicures are illegal in more than 10 states, and are prohibited by the Nevada State Board of Cosmetology at facilities it regulates. Similarly, the “Snorkel With the Stingrays” pool likely cannot meet the SNHD’s required water-quality levels for human swimmers without endangering the stingrays, sharks, tropical fish, and other animals in the pool.
“Fish aren’t pumice stones, and stingrays aren’t pool floats,” says PETA Foundation Associate Director of Captive Animal Law Enforcement Michelle Sinnott. “PETA is calling on health authorities to crack down on SeaQuest’s filthy fish spas and ‘swim with stingrays’ gimmicks, which are dangerous for everyone in the pools, from the humans to the little fish.”
In addition to being unsanitary, fish pedicures are inherently cruel: Garra rufa fish, the animals most commonly used, are typically starved so that they’ll eat human skin. The government of Turkey has introduced legal protections for them in order to combat overfishing and exploitation driven by the “fish spa” trend.
Numerous animals have suffered and died at SeaQuest Las Vegas, including a sloth named Flash and an otter named Jelly. Former SeaQuest employees claim that birds were stepped on and killed, turtles were crushed by children, and an octopus was boiled to death in a tank.
PETA—whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to use for entertainment”—opposes speciesism, which is a human-supremacist worldview that fosters violence toward other animals. For more information, please visit PETA.org or follow the group on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--Lamb Repeatedly Shot in the Head; PETA Seeks Criminal Probe

Vernon County , Wis. – PETA has obtained a U.S. Department of Agriculture report revealing a November 10 violation of law at Nordik Meats outside Viroqua involving a lamb who was shot in the head twice but remained conscious and looking around the room while bleeding from the nose and mouth , before a third shot finally rendered the animal unconscious .
In response , the group sent a letter this morning calling on Vernon County District Attorney Timothy Gaskell to review the incident and , as appropriate , file criminal cruelty-to-animals charges against the facility and the worker involved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that it made to Gaskell in September after an August 19 incident in which a cow cried out , bled from her nose , and tried to escape while being shot repeatedly in the head .
A fifth shot finally stunned her .
“ Animals victimized by the meat industry suffer terribly every single day , as this slaughterhouse ’ s repeated , gruesome violations show , ” says PETA Senior Vice President Daphna Nachminovitch .
“ Anyone disturbed by these incidents can help stop this cruelty by simply keeping animal flesh off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in part , that “ animals are not ours to eat ” —opposes speciesism , which is a human-supremacist worldview .
The group notes that sheep , cows , pigs , chickens , and other animals feel pain and fear and value their lives , just as humans do , and that the only way to help prevent them from suffering in slaughterhouses is not to eat them .
I hope you ’ re well .
I ’ m writing to follow up on my September 9 letter to you regarding a cow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ times by Nordik Meats , Inc. , staff at the slaughterhouse outside Viroqua .
You indicated on September 10 that you had passed the matter on to the Vernon County Sheriff Office for investigation .
Since then , the U.S. Department of Agriculture ’ s Food Safety and Inspection Service ( FSIS ) has documented another egregious incident at the slaughterhouse .
On November 10 , a worker ineffectively shot a lamb between the eyes twice , leaving the injured animal bleeding from the nose and mouth and looking around , before a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The FSIS report regarding this violation is attached for your convenience .
This persistent , illegal suffering plainly illustrates that FSIS enforcement actions are insufficient to deter violations at this facility and that criminal prosecution is in the best interests of the animals killed there and the public .
We respectfully ask that you bring appropriate criminal charges against those responsible for these incidents—and the suffering—at Nordik Meats , Inc .
Please let us know if we can do anything to assist you .
Thank you for your consideration and for the difficult @ @ @ @ @

For Immediate Release:
December 3, 2020
Contact:
David Perle 202-483-7382
Vernon County, Wis. – PETA has obtained a U.S. Department of Agriculture report revealing a November 10 violation of law at Nordik Meats outside Viroqua involving a lamb who was shot in the head twice but remained conscious and looking around the room while bleeding from the nose and mouth, before a third shot finally rendered the animal unconscious. In response, the group sent a letter this morning calling on Vernon County District Attorney Timothy Gaskell to review the incident and, as appropriate, file criminal cruelty-to-animals charges against the facility and the worker involved.
PETA’s request follows another that it made to Gaskell in September after an August 19 incident in which a cow cried out, bled from her nose, and tried to escape while being shot repeatedly in the head. A fifth shot finally stunned her.
“Animals victimized by the meat industry suffer terribly every single day, as this slaughterhouse’s repeated, gruesome violations show,” says PETA Senior Vice President Daphna Nachminovitch. “Anyone disturbed by these incidents can help stop this cruelty by simply keeping animal flesh off their plates.”
PETA—whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to eat”—opposes speciesism, which is a human-supremacist worldview. The group notes that sheep, cows, pigs, chickens, and other animals feel pain and fear and value their lives, just as humans do, and that the only way to help prevent them from suffering in slaughterhouses is not to eat them.
For more information, visit PETA.org.
PETA’s letter to Gaskell follows.
December 3, 2020
The Honorable Timothy J. Gaskell
Vernon County District Attorney
Dear Mr. Gaskell:
I hope you’re well. I’m writing to follow up on my September 9 letter to you regarding a cow who was shot in the head five times by Nordik Meats, Inc., staff at the slaughterhouse outside Viroqua. You indicated on September 10 that you had passed the matter on to the Vernon County Sheriff Office for investigation. Since then, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has documented another egregious incident at the slaughterhouse.
On November 10, a worker ineffectively shot a lamb between the eyes twice, leaving the injured animal bleeding from the nose and mouth and looking around, before a third shot rendered the lamb unconscious. The FSIS report regarding this violation is attached for your convenience.
This persistent, illegal suffering plainly illustrates that FSIS enforcement actions are insufficient to deter violations at this facility and that criminal prosecution is in the best interests of the animals killed there and the public. We respectfully ask that you bring appropriate criminal charges against those responsible for these incidents—and the suffering—at Nordik Meats, Inc.
Please let us know if we can do anything to assist you. Thank you for your consideration and for the difficult work that you do.
Sincerely,
Colin Henstock
Assistant Manager of Investigations


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-03--Are You a True Feline Fanatic? Take This Cat Facts Quiz to Find Out!

While you may be an expert at watching funny cat videos , a true feline fanatic knows just how different @ @ @ @ @ the ones found in deserts and forests to the ones we call our companions .
@ @ @ @ @ about cats , both big and small , by taking this quiz !
Cats are @ @ @ @ @ clumsy , while others are stealthy .
Some are cuddly , and others like their @ @ @ @ @ great indoor companions , and big cats are best left alone in their natural habitat @ @ @ @ @ sanctuary .
Want to help all cats big and small ?
Help PETA pass the @ @ @ @ @ , and help end companion animal homelessness by getting your cat spayed or neutered .

While you may be an expert at watching funny cat videos, a true feline fanatic knows just how different felines can be, from the ones found in deserts and forests to the ones we call our companions. See how much you know about cats, both big and small, by taking this quiz!
1. Why is it important to keep companion cats indoors? They hate going outside. Cats who are allowed to roam outdoors unattended are vulnerable to disease, getting hit by cars, fatal encounters with unfriendly neighbors, and much more. You should keep them from finding a new best friend.
Correct!
Cats who are allowed to roam outdoors unattended are vulnerable to disease, getting hit by cars, fatal encounters with unfriendly neighbors, and much more.
Some guardians let their cats roam outside without realizing how much danger they face when left unattended. If you'd like your cat to explore the outdoors, consider trying out a comfortable harness so that you can stroll together. You could also install cat fencing or build a catio!
2. It's important to spay or neuter your companion cat because … Spaying eliminates the stress and discomfort females feel during heat. Spaying eliminates the risk of uterine cancer in females. Neutering reduces males' roaming and fighting. Neutering prevents testicular cancer and reduces the risk of prostate cancer in males. Spaying and neutering helps reduce feline overpopulation and homelessness. All of the above.
Correct!
All of the above.
Sterilization has all sorts of benefits, which is why PETA has a mobile spay/neuter clinic!
3. True or false: There are currently no federal laws prohibiting or regulating private possession of big cats in the U.S. True False
Correct!
True.
The Netflix docuseries Tiger King shows just some of the ways big cats suffer. In roadside zoos and circuses, they're often neglected and abused.
Support the Big Cat Public Safety Act
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4. Why do companion cats slowly blink at their guardians? To show that they're comfortable around their human family members To communicate that they're hungry. To show that they feel threatened. For no reason at all.
Correct!
To show that they're comfortable around their human family members.
Cats can't say, "I love you," in the same language that we use, but blinking slowly is their way of communicating that they are comfortable and enjoy spending time with you.
5. How can you help big cats used for entertainment? Never support roadside zoos, circuses that use animals, or any other establishments that exploit animals for profit. Urge roadside zoos to retire big cats and others to reputable wildlife sanctuaries. Send a message to your members of Congress letting them know that you support the Big Cat Public Safety Act. All of the above
Correct!
All of the above.
Many big cats are held in dismal conditions—they often endure psychological and physical distress inside cramped, filthy enclosures.
6. True or false: Declawing cats is a serious surgery involving 10 individual amputations. True False
Correct!
True.
Clawing is a natural, healthy behavior that cats engage in to exercise and stretch. Declawing them is painful and debilitating, and after the procedure, they must relearn how to walk.
7. Why do cats "knead"? They love bread! To show that they're content and happy. To poke holes in your furniture.
Correct!
To show that they're content and happy.
Cats often "knead" while being petted or settling down to nap—or to communicate how much they enjoy being around their guardians.
8. True or false: Tigers are instinctually terrified of fire. True False
Correct!
True.
Despite this fear, trainers in circuses often force tigers to perform tricks involving fire, which can severely traumatize them.
9. How often should you scoop out the litterbox? Once a day. Only when you replace all the litter in the box. Every time your companion cat uses the litterbox.
Correct!
Every time your companion cat uses the litterbox.
You wouldn't want to use a dirty bathroom, and your companion shouldn't have to, either. You'll need to scoop the litter at least twice a day—or ideally, whenever your cat uses the litterbox. Avoid scented litter, keep the litterbox clean, and keep it away from the cat's eating area. There’s even new technology to help with cleaning and refilling litter boxes. PurrSong empowers cat guardians with its AI technology, including in its LavvieBot S—an auto-cleaning and -filling litter box system.
10. How can you tell whether a big-cat sanctuary is reputable or a scam? True big-cat sanctuaries are only located in the U.S. You can tell that a sanctuary is reputable if it uses words like "rescue" or "refuge" in its name. A true sanctuary would never buy, sell, trade, breed, exploit, or profit from animals.
Correct!
A true sanctuary would never buy, sell, trade, breed, exploit, or profit from animals.
Authentic sanctuaries also don't force wild animals into direct physical contact with the public. They provide animals with large naturalistic habitats that allow for roaming and other instinctual behavior, and they protect them from harassment.
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Cats are wonderfully unique. Some are clumsy, while others are stealthy. Some are cuddly, and others like their space. Domestic cats are great indoor companions, and big cats are best left alone in their natural habitat or at a reputable wildlife sanctuary.
Want to help all cats big and small? Help PETA pass the Big Cat Public Safety Act, and help end companion animal homelessness by getting your cat spayed or neutered.
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petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-04--PETA Statement Regarding Monkey Brain Experiments

Washington – Please see the following statement from PETA Germany biologist Anne Meinert regarding experimenters who spliced human genes into monkey brains : The manipulation of the common marmoset genome is reminiscent of scenes in Planet of the Apes or Frankenstein .
This is not science fiction but real experimentation with deadly consequences , simply for mere curiosity .
It ’ s absolutely reprehensible and unethical to tamper with animals ’ genes and rip babies out of the womb , only to kill them and cut off their heads .
Although the leading authors of the absurd study are from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experiments were carried out in Japan—where experimenters “ self-regulate ” and veterinarians aren ’ t required when using animals in experiments .
This is “ ethics dumping , ” a disgraceful practice in which experimenters mutilate animals in countries that have comparatively weaker ethical and legal protections for them .
Regardless of where these experiments are taking place , they must be stopped immediately .
Scientists from PETA Germany , in cooperation with their international partner organizations , have developed a comprehensive guide to ensure a sustainable exit from animal experiments : the @ @ @ @

For Immediate Release:
December 4, 2020
Contact:
Tasgola Bruner 202-483-7382
Washington – Please see the following statement from PETA Germany biologist Anne Meinert regarding experimenters who spliced human genes into monkey brains:
The manipulation of the common marmoset genome is reminiscent of scenes in Planet of the Apes or Frankenstein. This is not science fiction but real experimentation with deadly consequences, simply for mere curiosity. It’s absolutely reprehensible and unethical to tamper with animals’ genes and rip babies out of the womb, only to kill them and cut off their heads. Although the leading authors of the absurd study are from the Max Planck Institute, all the experiments were carried out in Japan—where experimenters “self-regulate” and veterinarians aren’t required when using animals in experiments. This is “ethics dumping,” a disgraceful practice in which experimenters mutilate animals in countries that have comparatively weaker ethical and legal protections for them.
Regardless of where these experiments are taking place, they must be stopped immediately. Scientists from PETA Germany, in cooperation with their international partner organizations, have developed a comprehensive guide to ensure a sustainable exit from animal experiments: the Research Modernization Deal.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-04--‘Guinea Pig’ and ‘COVID Vaccine’ Don’t Belong in the Same Sentence

News flash : Guinea pigs should never be experimented on .
And humans should never be called “ guinea pigs , ” especially when referring to animal testing .
COVID-19 vaccine news has been dominating headlines—but some news outlets apparently missed the memo that words matter , referring to humans participating in vaccine trials as “ guinea pigs.
” And as the authors of the list of animal-friendly idioms that broke the internet in 2018 , we have to admit that it was disappointing to see journalists perpetuating speciesism , a human-supremacist worldview .
What do all these headlines have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ authors realize it , they ’ re examples of prejudice and discrimination .
Humans consent to participating in COVID-19 vaccine trials—guinea pigs ( or “ lab rats ” ) being confined to barren cages , socially isolated , psychologically traumatized , cut and burned and tortured and experimented on in other deplorable ways , and eventually killed do not .
Using vulnerable guinea pigs in laboratories as a synonym for these humans is speciesist , it trivializes cruelty to animals , and—not to feed a fed horse but—PETA isn ’ t here for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experimented on—guinea pigs can ’ t .
Like other forms of supremacy , speciesism is ingrained in humans : Most of us grow up being taught that we ’ re entirely different from and superior to other animals , which lays the foundation for exploiting them .
But changing how we speak about other species is a great way to start to overcome this destructive way of thinking .
Guinea pigs are as individual as you and me .
Guinea pigs put you through an approval process , just as humans do when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ [ Y ] ou have to convince your pigs to like you , ” a PETA staffer and adopted guinea pig guardian admitted .
Another PETA staffer described her two adopted guinea pigs as “ adorable , sweet , and funny.
” And when these three words can be used to described a person , we shouldn ’ t be locking that person or others like them in a cages or hurting them .
If you need ideas for replacing harmful , outdated expressions , check out PETA ’ s list of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ learn and do more to end speciesism : Instead of “ Arizonans Among COVID-19 Vaccine Guinea Pigs , ” just call a spade a spade : “ Consenting Arizonans Among COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Participants.
” Our understanding of social justice issues like speciesism can ’ t evolve until we ’ re prepared to allow our language to evolve with it .
Using words that recognize that all sentient beings deserve respect and compassion is a simple task for us , but it can mean a world of difference to our fellow Earthlings .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @

News flash: Guinea pigs should never be experimented on. And humans should never be called “guinea pigs,” especially when referring to animal testing.
Stop referring to humans who are volunteering in #COVID19 vaccine trials as “guinea pigs,” just use "trial participants." Using a species who is tortured against their will in labs as a synonym for consenting humans is speciesist and trivializes cruelty. https://t.co/12OQxz31Zu — PETA (@peta) December 5, 2020
COVID-19 vaccine news has been dominating headlines—but some news outlets apparently missed the memo that words matter, referring to humans participating in vaccine trials as “guinea pigs.” And as the authors of the list of animal-friendly idioms that broke the internet in 2018, we have to admit that it was disappointing to see journalists perpetuating speciesism, a human-supremacist worldview.
“Arizonans Among COVID-19 Vaccine Guinea Pigs,” read one title. “Becoming a Coronavirus Vaccine Guinea Pig,” read another. And in a third instance, “Is It Worth Carrying On as a Guinea Pig, if a Vaccine Has Already Been Found?” one journalist pondered.
What do all these headlines have in common? Whether or not their authors realize it, they’re examples of prejudice and discrimination. Humans consent to participating in COVID-19 vaccine trials—guinea pigs (or “lab rats”) being confined to barren cages, socially isolated, psychologically traumatized, cut and burned and tortured and experimented on in other deplorable ways, and eventually killed do not. Using vulnerable guinea pigs in laboratories as a synonym for these humans is speciesist, it trivializes cruelty to animals, and—not to feed a fed horse but—PETA isn’t here for it.
Humans can consent to being experimented on—guinea pigs can’t.
Like other forms of supremacy, speciesism is ingrained in humans: Most of us grow up being taught that we’re entirely different from and superior to other animals, which lays the foundation for exploiting them. But changing how we speak about other species is a great way to start to overcome this destructive way of thinking.
Guinea Pigs ≠ Test Subjects Guinea pigs are as individual as you and me. Guinea pigs put you through an approval process, just as humans do when dating or meeting potential new friends: “[Y]ou have to convince your pigs to like you,” a PETA staffer and adopted guinea pig guardian admitted. Another PETA staffer described her two adopted guinea pigs as “adorable, sweet, and funny.” And when these three words can be used to described a person, we shouldn’t be locking that person or others like them in a cages or hurting them.
If you need ideas for replacing harmful, outdated expressions, check out PETA’s list of animal-friendly idioms. And click below to learn and do more to end speciesism:
Instead of “Arizonans Among COVID-19 Vaccine Guinea Pigs,” just call a spade a spade: “Consenting Arizonans Among COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Participants.” Our understanding of social justice issues like speciesism can’t evolve until we’re prepared to allow our language to evolve with it. Using words that recognize that all sentient beings deserve respect and compassion is a simple task for us, but it can mean a world of difference to our fellow Earthlings.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-04--Vegan Winter Wardrobe Essentials to Help You Stay Warm and Stylish

Do you live in Alaska ?
Do you dream of sleeping in an Icelandic igloo ?
Do you spend more time than the average human searching through the freezer for vegan ice cream ?
( Am I projecting ? )
Well , regardless , brrr .
When it ’ s excessively cold , you may start to second-guess your animal-friendly stance , thinking , “ I don ’ t want animals to be killed for wool , fur trim , or down , but it ’ s gon na be so cold ….
” Snap out of it !
Vegan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re spectacular .
Here are some of our favorite finds for staying warm in the face of wicked weather : Canada Goose ?
Gag .
Anyone who ’ s opposed to looking like an evil doofus wouldn ’ t be caught dead framing their face with animal fur or covering their body with birds ’ feathers .
You can ’ t pull it off , hunni .
It ’ s not OK for companies to support the torment and deaths of animals for jacket materials ( or for any reason ) —and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , you can still refuse to pay for animal abuse .
These compassionate brands have got you covered with all the cute and cozy options you need : Some well-known brands , like The North Face , also offer warm , cruelty-free jackets—just make sure you check the tags and only buy items made of 100 % vegan materials before purchasing .
( Check out this page for help figuring out which materials to look for and which to avoid . )
Sweaters can take you from zero to snuggly in the blink @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s why they ’ re considered essential from early fall until the flowers start to bloom the following year .
You can find wool-free knitwear just about everywhere , but these stylish brands have a special place in our wardrobes : • ASOS ( Many options are available in men ’ s and women ’ s ) • Kotn ( Many options are available in men ’ s and women ’ s ) • Topman ( We love this one , this one , and this one . )
• Topshop ( Our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and this one . )
We know your li ’ l piggies need to stay warm ‘ n ’ toasty , too , while you trek through the tundra .
So let ’ s talk about UGG : It ’ s a greedy company that profits from animal suffering , and to that , we say # boybye # boycotted .
Look for vegan boots from these brands instead : • Fair ( Available in men ’ s and women ’ s ) • Jambu & Co. ( Available in women ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ # AmIRite ?
But hey—you know what ’ s not cute ?
Putting tight bands on lambs ’ scrotums until they become necrotic and fall off .
We didn ’ t make that up—the wool industry actually does this to sheep .
Let ’ s skip the gruesome castrations this winter , shall we ?
Try some vegan scarves , like ones offered by these brands : Socks , especially ones marketed as “ extra-warm , ” can have wool in them sometimes .
But hello—in this millennium , we use technology ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ done , and socks are no exception .
Your search for comfortable , durable , sweat-wicking socks that keep your feet warm and dry without the use of animals ends here : • Darn Tough Vermont : The Coolmax Zuni Micro Crew Cushion Sock is designed for hiking but works well for winter walks around town , too .
( Available in men ’ s and women ’ s ) • Wrightsock : The Adventure Crew Hiking Sock is a double-layer sock made of Dri-WRIGHT polyester .
The two layers help prevent blisters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ men ’ s and women ’ s ) You ’ ll need full use of your phalanges if you get caught in a blizzard and need to send an SOS text ( or more importantly , post pictures of your vegan hot chocolate on Instagram ) —so keep them from freezing with these vegan gloves : • Outdoor Research Gripper Sensor Gloves ( available in men ’ s and women ’ s ) Your head is a fairly important part of your body , so be nice to it by keeping it warm—and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for them to be killed .
💁 Here are some good options : • L.L.Bean ( available in men ’ s and women ’ s ) Staying warm doesn ’ t have to mean condemning animals to hell on Earth—the cruelty and exploitation inherent in the wool , fur , and down industries mean that buying winter gear made from animal parts is never the way to go .
These recommended items should help you narrow down your choices in the seemingly endless sea of fashionable , warm , animal-friendly options .
If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , just be sure to look out for and avoid animal-derived materials that you might see listed on labels .
These include alpaca , angora , calfskin , camel hair , cashmere , down , fur , leather , mohair , pashmina , shearling , sheepskin , silk , suede , tweed , and wool .
Opt instead for vegan materials like Tencel , modal , bamboo , and viscose ( which are highly sustainable ) as well as acrylic , corduroy , cotton , cotton flannel , denim , elastic , faux @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leatherette , linen , moleskin , muslin , nylon , polyester , polyester fleece , rayon , rubber , Spandex , Ultrasuede , velour , and velveteen .
And if you see felt , flannel , or fleece on the label , make sure it ’ s vegan—sometimes these materials are animal-derived , and sometimes they ’ re not .
Tell Canada Goose , ‘ Ditch ALL Fur and Down !
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December 4, 2020 by Michelle Feinberg Last Updated December 25, 2022. Publishedby
Do you live in Alaska? Do you dream of sleeping in an Icelandic igloo? Do you spend more time than the average human searching through the freezer for vegan ice cream? (Am I projecting?) Well, regardless, brrr.
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When it’s excessively cold, you may start to second-guess your animal-friendly stance, thinking, “I don’t want animals to be killed for wool, fur trim, or down, but it’s gonna be so cold ….”
Snap out of it!
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Vegan winter wardrobes are real, and they’re spectacular. That’s why we’ve collaborated with designer Matt Sarafa on a limited-edition line of faux-fur bomber-style jackets, complete with matching face masks. Check them out, along with some of our favorite finds for staying warm in the face of wicked weather:
Jackets, Coats, and Parkas
Urban Outfitters? Gag. Anyone who’s opposed to looking like an evil doofus wouldn’t be caught dead covering their body with birds’ feathers. You can’t pull it off, hunni. It’s not OK for companies to support the torment and deaths of animals for jacket materials (or for any reason)—and even when you require heavy-duty winter gear, you can still refuse to pay for animal abuse. These compassionate brands have got you covered with all the cute and cozy options you need:
Some well-known brands, like The North Face, also offer warm, down-free jackets—just make sure you check the tags and only buy items made of 100% vegan materials before purchasing. (Check out this page for help figuring out which materials to look for and which to avoid.)
Sweaters and Other Knitwear
Sweaters can take you from zero to snuggly in the blink of an eye, and that’s why they’re considered essential from early fall until the flowers start to bloom the following year. You can find wool-free knitwear just about everywhere, but these stylish brands have a special place in our wardrobes:
Boots
We know your li’l piggies need to stay warm ‘n’ toasty, too, while you trek through the tundra. So let’s talk about UGG: It’s a greedy company that profits from animal suffering, and to that, we say #boybye #boycotted. Look for vegan boots from these brands instead:
Scarves
Scarves are so cute. #AmIRite? But hey—you know what’s not cute? Putting tight bands on lambs’ scrotums until they become necrotic and fall off. We didn’t make that up—the wool industry actually does this to sheep. Let’s skip the gruesome castrations this winter, shall we? Try some vegan scarves, like ones offered by these brands:
Socks
Socks, especially ones marketed as “extra-warm,” can have wool in them sometimes. But hello—in this millennium, we use technology (not animals) to get the job done, and socks are no exception. Your search for comfortable, durable, sweat-wicking socks that keep your feet warm and dry without the use of animals ends here:
Darn Tough Vermont: The Coolmax and Thermolite socks are designed for hiking but work well for winter walks around town, too. (Available in men’s and women’s)
The Coolmax and Thermolite socks are designed for hiking but work well for winter walks around town, too. (Available in men’s and women’s) Wrightsock: The Adventure Crew Hiking Sock is a double-layer sock made of Dri-WRIGHT polyester. The two layers help prevent blisters and wick sweat. (Available in men’s and women’s)
Gloves
You’ll need full use of your phalanges if you get caught in a blizzard and need to send an SOS text (or more importantly, post pictures of your vegan hot chocolate on Instagram)—so keep them from freezing with these vegan gloves:
Hats
Your head is a fairly important part of your body, so be nice to it by keeping it warm—and be nice to animals by not paying for them to be killed. Here are some good options:
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Staying warm doesn’t have to mean condemning animals to hell on Earth—the cruelty and exploitation inherent in the wool, fur, and down industries mean that buying winter gear made from animal parts is never the way to go. These recommended items should help you narrow down your choices in the seemingly endless sea of fashionable, warm, animal-friendly options.
If you decide to stray from this list, just be sure to look out for and avoid animal-derived materials that you might see listed on labels. These include alpaca fleece, angora, calfskin, camel hair, cashmere, down, fur, leather, mohair, pashmina, shearling, sheepskin, silk, suede, tweed, and wool.
Opt instead for vegan materials like Tencel, modal, bamboo, and viscose (which are highly sustainable) as well as acrylic, corduroy, cotton, cotton flannel, denim, elastic, faux fur, flannelette, imitation leather, leatherette, linen, moleskin, muslin, nylon, polyester, polyester fleece, rayon, rubber, Spandex, Ultrasuede, velour, and velveteen. And if you see felt, flannel, or fleece on the label, make sure it’s vegan—sometimes these materials are animal-derived, and sometimes they’re not.
Tell Urban Outfitters to Stop Selling Animal-Derived Clothing


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-04--How to Cat-Proof Your Christmas Tree

How to Cat-Proof Your Christmas Tree

“ Almost all of us grew up eating meat , wearing leather , and going to circuses and zoos .
@ @ @ @ @ of these actions on the animals involved .
For whatever reason , you are now @ @ @ @ @ should animals have rights ?
” READ MORE

“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?” READ MORE
— Ingrid E. Newkirk, PETA President and co-author of Animalkind


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-04--Urge City of Rockville, Maryland, to Cancel Deer Massacre!

Officials in Rockville , Maryland , are allowing bowhunting—one of the cruelest forms of killing—with the intention of reducing the @ @ @ @ @ routinely spend hours tracking the blood trails of wounded animals , and many victims are @ @ @ @ @ to their injuries .
Families are torn apart , and orphaned young are left to @ @ @ @ @ deer wandering around neighborhoods with arrows protruding from their bodies or careening wildly onto busy @ @ @ @ @ Killing also backfires , because the resultant spike in the food supply prompts accelerated breeding @ @ @ @ @ and populations then increase .
PETA apprised officials of the futility , dangers , and @ @ @ @ @ to no apparent avail .
These deer need your help now !
Please politely ask @ @ @ @ @ city council members to scrap killing for —then forward this alert to everyone you know @

Please urge Lake Station Mayor Bill Carroll and the Lake Station City Council to compel the police department to recuse itself from the case, to allow the Humane Society of Hobart to retain protective custody of all animals involved, and to ensure that an unaffiliated third-party agency take over the investigation immediately.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-08--SNL: Jason Bateman Introduced Us to Mikey—Here’s the Chimpanzee’s Real Story

“ Something kinda weird happened last time I hosted , ” said Jason Bateman during his December 5 Saturday Night Live ( SNL ) opening monologue .
The actor was referring to his first time hosting SNL , in 2005 , when a chimpanzee named Mikey was used in a sketch as well as the show ’ s closing credits .
For Mikey , though , it was more horrible than weird .
Bateman got one thing right two nights ago : If SNL filmed its “ monkeys throwing poop ” sketch today , exploiting Mikey or any other chimpanzee @ @ @ @ @ @ @ And it ’ s true : Thanks to campaigns like PETA ’ s to get live great apes out of entertainment and to the dedication of animal rights activists , exploiting chimpanzees in film and television productions is now recognized as unacceptable .
But the accuracy of Bateman ’ s reminiscence essentially begins and ends there .
But Mikey wasn ’ t an adult in 2005 ; he was 3 years old—a baby .
Bateman did remark on how dangerous chimpanzees can be when they feel threatened : “ The monkey tried to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his jaw , he flashes the teeth , and he tries to bite my entire nose off , ” he said of Mikey , who was exhibiting severe signs of distress .
In the throwback clip , Mikey screams and backs away from Bateman and exhibits a fear grimace , which is a sign that a chimpanzee is deeply afraid .
Also , Mikey is an ape , not a “ monkey , ” a common misconception .
( Great apes are part of the same taxonomic family that humans belong to , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t have tails . )
Mikey was purchased for $ 45,000 from notorious former breeders Mike and Connie Casey when he was only a few months old to be used as a “ pet.
” He was ripped from his mother ’ s arms , like all other chimpanzees who are sold as “ pets ” and were used for film and television productions .
Mikey was exploited and leased out when he was just a baby .
Years later , when he was too big to continue being exploited for money @ @ @ @ @ @ @ common fate for most great apes , as they inevitably become too strong and dangerous to control .
The good news : A decade ago , there were at least a dozen chimpanzees like Mikey exploited in Hollywood .
Now there are none .
The bad news : Other animals are still dragged to and from frightening sound stages and forced to perform confusing tricks under bright lights .
Talk shows , music videos , and TV shows exploit bear cubs , tigers , monkeys , and other animals for cheap laughs .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ these exploitative productions and our efforts to stop this cruelty have repeatedly caught up with wildlife exhibitors , certain talk show hosts , musicians , filmmakers , and TV producers have yet to commit to ditching wild-animal use for good .
No wild animal belongs under the spotlight in noisy studios !
Tweet if you agree .
See Something ?
Say Something If you witness animals being used for a film or a TV show , get in touch with PETA right away .
Call our whistleblower hotline at 323-210-2233 or click on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ form online .

“Something kinda weird happened last time I hosted,” said Jason Bateman during his December 5 Saturday Night Live (SNL) opening monologue. The actor was referring to his first time hosting SNL, in 2005, when a chimpanzee named Mikey was used in a sketch as well as the show’s closing credits. For Mikey, though, it was more horrible than weird.
Bateman got one thing right two nights ago: If SNL filmed its “monkeys throwing poop” sketch today, exploiting Mikey or any other chimpanzee wouldn’t be an option.
“If the show did that sketch today, they would use a puppet or a kid in a fuzzy suit,” Bateman said.
And it’s true: Thanks to campaigns like PETA’s to get live great apes out of entertainment and to the dedication of animal rights activists, exploiting chimpanzees in film and television productions is now recognized as unacceptable.
But the accuracy of Bateman’s reminiscence essentially begins and ends there.
“[B]ack then they used a real male adult chimpanzee—this was 2005,” Bateman claimed in his monologue.
But Mikey wasn’t an adult in 2005; he was 3 years old—a baby.
Bateman did remark on how dangerous chimpanzees can be when they feel threatened: “The monkey tried to kill me. … The chimp unhinges his jaw, he flashes the teeth, and he tries to bite my entire nose off,” he said of Mikey, who was exhibiting severe signs of distress.
In the throwback clip, Mikey screams and backs away from Bateman and exhibits a fear grimace, which is a sign that a chimpanzee is deeply afraid.
Also, Mikey is an ape, not a “monkey,” a common misconception. (Great apes are part of the same taxonomic family that humans belong to, and unlike other primates, apes don’t have tails.)
Mikey was purchased for $45,000 from notorious former breeders Mike and Connie Casey when he was only a few months old to be used as a “pet.” He was ripped from his mother’s arms, like all other chimpanzees who are sold as “pets” and were used for film and television productions. Mikey was exploited and leased out when he was just a baby. Years later, when he was too big to continue being exploited for money, his owners got rid of him—a common fate for most great apes, as they inevitably become too strong and dangerous to control.
The good news: A decade ago, there were at least a dozen chimpanzees like Mikey exploited in Hollywood. Now there are none.
The bad news: Other animals are still dragged to and from frightening sound stages and forced to perform confusing tricks under bright lights.
Talk shows, music videos, and TV shows exploit bear cubs, tigers, monkeys, and other animals for cheap laughs. Although kind viewers are resistant to watching these exploitative productions and our efforts to stop this cruelty have repeatedly caught up with wildlife exhibitors, certain talk show hosts, musicians, filmmakers, and TV producers have yet to commit to ditching wild-animal use for good.
No wild animal belongs under the spotlight in noisy studios! Tweet if you agree.
See Something? Say Something
If you witness animals being used for a film or a TV show, get in touch with PETA right away. Call our whistleblower hotline at 323-210-2233 or click on the link below to fill out a form online.


petapeoplefortheethicaltreatmentofanimals--2020-12-07--PETA Persuaded These Major Companies to Stop Funding a Deadly Dog Race

The end of the Iditarod is near .
PETA protests , ads , and action alerts have prompted major sponsors to cut ties with it .
Almost a dozen businesses—including Fortune 500 companies—no longer sponsor the deadly dogsled race after learning about its cruelty from PETA .
Dogs are loving individuals who deserve a warm home and proper care .
Yet hundreds of them are pulled off the Iditarod trail every year because they ’ re too exhausted , ill , or injured to continue .
Dogs in the Iditarod are forced to run a thousand miles in the snow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pads .
These overworked animals often suffer from painful conditions—such as lung damage , stress fractures , or bleeding stomach ulcers—that go untreated .
And those are the dogs who live .
Over 150 dogs have died in the race in years past , most commonly from aspiration pneumonia ( caused by inhaling their own vomit ) .
Countless others die during the off-season after being chained up to plastic barrels like old bicycles .
Sweet and sensitive dogs have been killed because they lacked the rare combination of speed and stamina required @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to condemn the dogsledding industry and won ’ t stop campaigning against the cruel Iditarod until it ends .
What ’ s the driving force behind our successful campaigns ?
Supporters like you .
❤ Check out some of our victories below !
PETA has persuaded the following companies to put the brakes on this death race : Nine days into the 2020 Iditarod , Chrysler confirmed that its Anchorage dealership would finally cut ties with the dogsled race .
This huge victory came after PETA supporters sent more than 250,000 e-mails to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sponsorship .
Supporters also helped organize over a dozen eye-catching protests across the country , in which activists were chained to Chryslers and costumed “ dogs ” smashed cars .
After hearing from PETA representatives and nearly 100,000 of our supporters , the airline confirmed that its support ended after the 2020 race .
This Fortune 500 company—the fifth-largest airline in the U.S.—had sponsored the Iditarod for over 40 years .
Another exciting victory , thanks to activists like you !
Following communications with PETA about the immense suffering that dogs endure for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the end of its sponsorship in 2020 .
The financial services giant , which manages more than $ 235 billion in client assets , finally dropped the death race .
This major retailer stopped funding the Iditarod in 2019 , after protests during Coke ’ s annual meeting and e-mails from more than 205,000 PETA supporters .
Activists erected a “ dog graveyard ” outside the company ’ s Atlanta headquarters to represent the more than 150 dogs who have died in the abusive race .
After PETA supporters urged Brown-Forman to end @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the parent company of the popular whisky maker stopped funding it in 2018 .
PETA toasted the company ’ s business-savvy decision to leave the death race in the dust .
Following outreach from PETA , Wells Fargo decided to forgo funding the race in 2017 .
Its decision was a welcome sign of changing public sentiment against the use and abuse of animals for human entertainment .
This financial firm stopped funding the cruel event the very same month as Wells Fargo .
After talks with PETA , Guggenheim Partners ended its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Also in 2017 , this well-known insurance company severed ties with the event .
PETA supporters contacted executives urging them to stop sponsoring it , and State Farm listened .
In 2007 , the president of Panasonic personally thanked PETA and ended the company ’ s one-year sponsorship , citing “ very real concerns about the race itself and its impact on the animals involved.
” After our outreach , the company decided to start implementing a “ more serious and broader review ” of future business associations .
YOU prompted these @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the list is only growing .
Never doubt that your voice makes a difference for defenseless dogs .
These companies also stopped sponsoring the pain and torment of the Iditarod Race : PETA ’ s groundbreaking exposé of former Iditarod champions ’ kennels details the neglect and loneliness that dogs endure every day .
Dogs were chained to plastic barrels with only a handful of straw for warmth , if that .
Some kennel workers didn ’ t bother to check whether their drinking water had frozen in Alaskan temperatures , which can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) in winter months .
Can you imagine leaving your animal companion outside in subzero temperatures ?
These dogs , born and bred for the death race , are sometimes forced to run with painful injuries .
Many are denied proper care or medical attention for serious health issues .
A paralyzed puppy named Birch had to drag herself around on the snow to reach her food .
One Iditarod musher , who said that Birch should be “ put out of her misery , ” refused to allow her to be taken @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Iditarod continues , thousands of dogs will endure lives of misery and be deprived of the basic necessities of proper shelter and care .
You Can Help Prevent Dogs From Suffering Dogs are loyal individuals who deserve a loving home , and none of them would ever choose to run to their death in the Iditarod .
Your actions make a difference in their lives .
Please never take dogsled rides or buy excursions that include visits to dog kennels and sign our petition below .
Tell ExxonMobil to Stop Fueling the @

The end of the Iditarod is near. PETA protests, ads, and action alerts and the determined efforts of our supporters have prompted major sponsors to cut ties with the deadly dogsled race. Almost a dozen businesses—including Fortune 500 companies—no longer sponsor it after learning about its cruelty from PETA.
Dogs are loving individuals who deserve to have a warm home and proper care. Yet those exploited in the Iditarod are forced to run a thousand miles in the snow, hauling heavy sleds, even with raw and bleeding paw pads. This extreme exertion causes many to suffer from painful conditions—such as lung damage, stress fractures, or bleeding stomach ulcers—that go untreated. Hundreds of dogs are pulled off the trail every year because they’re too exhausted, ill, or injured to continue.
And those are the ones who live. Over 150 dogs have died in the race in years past, most commonly from aspiration pneumonia (caused by inhaling their own vomit). Countless others die during the off-season while being chained up outside like bicycles in freezing temperatures, with nothing but inadequate plastic barrels or dilapidated wooden boxes for shelter. Sweet and sensitive dogs have been killed because they lacked the rare combination of speed and stamina required to make the grade.
PETA condemns the dogsledding industry and will keep campaigning against the cruel Iditarod until it ends. What’s the driving force behind our successful campaigns? Supporters like you. ❤ Here are some of the giants we’ve toppled together!
PETA has persuaded the following companies to put the brakes on this death race:
Cue Health and Greenbrook TMS Centers of Alaska
After hearing from PETA and over 40,000 of our supporters, Cue Health confirmed in January 2023 that it had made the compassionate decision to stop sponsoring the cruel Iditarod. Another healthcare company—Greenbrook TMS Centers of Alaska—also heard from PETA supporters and was removed from the Iditarod’s sponsorship page. Both companies were new sponsors ahead of the 2022 Iditarod but, thankfully, are no longer backing the race.
As shown below, dozens of companies—including Alaska Airlines, Chrysler, Coca-Cola, ExxonMobil, and Millennium Hotels and Resorts—have cut ties with the race. This list will only grow as other companies follow suit.
With each exciting victory, PETA is keeping our attention on the shrinking number of sponsors that are still willing to bankroll a race that runs dogs to their deaths. Will you help us? Keep scrolling to discover how easy we’ve made it for you to speak out!
In February 2022, less than one month before the start of the Iditarod, champagne corks popped around the world because Millennium Hotels and Resorts announced that it would be checking out of the Iditarod’s cruelty to dogs.
Nutanix
After hearing from PETA, computer software company Nutanix quickly confirmed that its new sponsorship of the Iditarod will end. It joins ExxonMobil—a former major sponsor that had paid the race $250,000 a year—as well as Millennium Hotels and Resorts and dozens of other companies in cutting ties with the death race. As of the start of the 2022 Iditarod, only a few major corporate sponsors remain—and PETA is upping the ante against those to push them to drop their sponsorship.
Artisan Travel
PETA U.K. is getting in on the “end the Iditarod” victory action, too! In January 2022, U.K. winter activity and adventure travel company Artisan Travel confirmed that it had stopped offering Iditarod tours. The announcement came after the company heard from PETA U.K. that the event is a deadly nightmare for dogs forced to race.
ExxonMobil—which has sponsored the Iditarod since 1978 and has recently been pumping $250,000 a year into this deadly spectacle—confirmed that 2021 will be the last year that it sponsors the race. This huge victory for dogs, who deserve better than being run to death for mushers’ prize money, follows a tenacious PETA campaign that we couldn’t have won without your support.
Anchorage Distillery
Taking a page from Craft Sportswear’s and Medical Park Family Care’s books, Anchorage Distillery dropped its Iditarod sponsorship like a hot potato. This victory was achieved only after the spirits company heard from more than 100,000 PETA supporters who urged it to stop supporting the death race.
Craft Sportswear
All it took were communications from PETA—including details of our investigation into the Iditarod’s cruelty to dogs—for Craft Sportswear to make the responsible and compassionate decision to pull the plug on its only days-old sponsorship of the race. This is why we’re turning up the heat on holdouts like Liberty Media/GCI to back away from the spectacle of suffering, too.
Medical Park Family Care
Now that the public knows that the Iditarod forces dogs to run until their bodies break down and they inhale their own vomit—and that some of them die on the trail—the race can’t seem to hold onto its sponsors. Medical Park Family Care in Anchorage, Alaska, is one that confirmed (after hearing from PETA and more than 50,000 of our members and supporters) that it’s not sponsoring the 2021 race.
Nine days into the 2020 Iditarod, Chrysler confirmed that its Anchorage dealership would finally cut ties with the dogsled race. This huge victory came after PETA supporters sent more than 250,000 e-mails to the company urging it to end its sponsorship.
Supporters also helped organize over a dozen eye-catching protests across the country, in which activists were chained to Chryslers and costumed “dogs” smashed cars.
After hearing from PETA representatives and nearly 100,000 of our supporters, the airline confirmed that its support ended after the 2020 race. This Fortune 500 company—the fifth-largest airline in the U.S.—had sponsored the Iditarod for over 40 years. Another exciting victory, thanks to activists like you!
Following communications with PETA about the immense suffering that dogs endure for the race, the international firm announced the end of its sponsorship in 2020. The financial services giant, which manages more than $235 billion in client assets, finally dropped the death race.
(The three huge corporations directly above cut ties with the race in one month as a result of a major push from PETA.)
This major retailer stopped funding the Iditarod in 2019, after protests during Coke’s annual meeting and e-mails from more than 205,000 PETA supporters. Activists erected a “dog graveyard” outside the company’s Atlanta headquarters to represent the more than 150 dogs who have died in the abusive race.
After PETA supporters urged Brown-Forman to end its 15-year sponsorship of the Iditarod, the parent company of the popular whisky maker stopped funding it in 2018. PETA toasted the company’s business-savvy decision to leave the death race in the dust.
Following outreach from PETA, Wells Fargo decided to forgo funding the race in 2017. Its decision was a welcome sign of changing public sentiment against the use and abuse of animals for human entertainment.
This financial firm stopped funding the cruel event the very same month as Wells Fargo. After talks with PETA, Guggenheim Partners ended its sponsorship in one more win for dogs.
Also in 2017, this well-known insurance company severed ties with the event. PETA supporters contacted executives urging them to stop sponsoring it, and State Farm listened.
Panasonic
In 2007, the president of Panasonic personally thanked PETA and ended the company’s one-year sponsorship, citing “very real concerns about the race itself and its impact on the animals involved.” After our outreach, the company decided to start implementing a “more serious and broader review” of future business associations.
YOU prompted these companies to stop funding cruelty, and the list is only growing. Never doubt that your voice makes a difference for defenseless dogs.
Urge Other Companies to Stop Sponsoring the Iditarod, Too
These companies also stopped sponsoring the pain and torment of the Iditarod Race:
Costco
Maxwell House
Nestlé
Pizza Hut
Rite Aid
Safeway
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Neglect at Former Iditarod Champions’ Kennels
PETA’s groundbreaking exposé of former Iditarod champions’ kennels details the neglect and loneliness that dogs endure every day. Dogs were chained to plastic barrels with only a handful of straw for warmth, if that. Some kennel workers didn’t bother to check whether their drinking water had frozen in Alaskan temperatures, which can fall below minus 20 degrees (-29C) in winter months. Can you imagine leaving your animal companion outside in subzero temperatures?
These dogs, born and bred for the death race, are sometimes forced to run with painful injuries. Many are denied proper care or medical attention for serious health issues. A paralyzed puppy named Birch had to drag herself around on the snow to reach her food. One Iditarod musher, who said that Birch should be “put out of her misery,” refused to allow her to be taken to a veterinarian.
As long as the Iditarod continues, thousands of dogs will endure lives of misery and be deprived of the basic necessities of proper shelter and care.
You Can Help Prevent Dogs From Suffering
Dogs are loyal individuals who deserve a loving home, and none of them would ever choose to run to their death in the Iditarod. Your actions make a difference in their lives. Please never take dogsled rides or buy excursions that include visits to dog kennels and sign our petition below. Help us put pressure on top sponsor GCI and other companies to stop supporting this blood sport:
Urge Liberty Media/GCI to Stop Sponsoring the Deadly Iditarod
Urge Clothing Companies to Stop Supporting Iditarod Dog Abuse