Have you done any of these everyday actions to speak out for animals? Let us know! When you complete an action listed here, tell us about it on our Facebook page!
Here are 10 easy steps that you can take to help animals right now:
- Be a “Secret Santa” to a dog or cat at your local shelter by dropping off a new toy or donating your companion’s unused dog or cat toys to a shelter.
- Tag PETA in your Facebook posts about animals, and share PETA videos.
- Celebrate National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day this Friday by wearing PETA’s Ugly Sweater.
- Stock up on Silk Nog—or make your own—and share a glass with friends and family.
- Naruto, the creator of the famous “monkey selfie,” has been named PETA’s “Person of the Year.” Commemorate his distinction by preordering a limited-edition shirt in his honor—the proceeds will be used to help rescue monkeys and other wild animals from captive-animal displays.
- Send a message urging your members of Congress to amend the federal Animal Welfare Act to include protections for mice and rats, such as these rescued animals, who were photographed seeing sunshine for the first time.
- Know anyone thinking about attending an event that includes an elephant ride, performance, or other activity that puts them in close contact with wild animals? Show them this video!
- Learn why any industry that abuses animals has zero compassion for living, feeling beings.
- For National Cupcake Day on Tuesday, make a batch of these delicious cupcakes for coworkers, and when they rave about them, give them PETA’s vegan baking cheat sheet.
- Are your dog’s treats safe? Here are some tips on making chewing a (non-animal) bone as safe an activity for our dogs as possible and choosing cruelty-free treats for your furry companion.
