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Animal Outlook Relaunches Its Viral Factory Farming Ad With Vegan Influencer Jamie Logan
There’s a particular honor in inheriting something that already worked. Animal Outlook’s “Side of Truth” ads have been running in one form …continue reading
California Ranch Temporarily Closes After 19 Alleged Violations From Animal Cruelty Footage
Three weeks ago, Shahnawaz Ranch’s website was live with many offerings, including a “Choose Your Animal” page and a welcoming note about …continue reading
Vegan Athlete Advocates for Animals at Triathlon Finish Line
The finish line at a full triathlon is not a place where people usually want to talk, but Animal Outlook Chapter Leader …continue reading
Leafleting at the FIFA World Cup
Another sporting event, another chance for vegan outreach by Animal Outlook supporters… As thousands of soccer fans poured into Atlanta for the …continue reading
Vegan Jerky at a Baconfest
🥩🌱 Vegan jerky at a Baconfest? You bet. Last weekend, our volunteer Kristine hit the streets of Kelseyville, CA for Baconfest. Over …continue reading
Manning Beef Permanently Closed
Monday night, the Pico Rivera Planning Commission voted unanimously to permanently revoke planning permission for the Manning Beef slaughterhouse—ensuring that LA County’s …continue reading
Manning Beef Road to Victory
100-Year Road to Victory: How Manning Beef Slaughterhouse Was Permanently Closed 1920s: Manning Beef Founded Manning Beef was established in the 1920s …continue reading
What Happens to Male Chicks in the Egg Industry?
For many people, eggs are an everyday staple — something that rarely invites a second thought. But behind this habit is a …continue reading
Farm Transitions team in Southeast Alabama
Last week, our Farm Transitions team traveled to Southeast Alabama, the birthplace of our program, and it felt like coming home. We …continue reading
Misconceptions About Animal Activism
Common Outside Perceptions: Animal activism is often seen as: Extreme or emotional Disconnected from broader social issues Only for certain “types” of …continue reading
GAO Report Recommends 28 Hour Law Modernization
Animal Outlook welcomes today’s Government Accountability Office report recommending that Congress modernize the Twenty-Eight Hour Law to better protect livestock during transport. …continue reading
How to Frame Cultivated Meat
Cultivated meat is no longer a distant idea. It’s already approved for sale in the United States, with companies working to scale …continue reading
Consumer Power in the Fight Against Animal Agriculture
The Role of Consumer Choices? The Basic Idea: Consumer demand influences what companies produce. When people buy more plant-based foods, companies respond …continue reading
What the AVMA’s Depopulation Guidelines Really Mean for Animals
When a crisis hits industrial farms — disease outbreaks, supply chain shutdowns, “too many animals, not enough profit” — the system has …continue reading
Animal Outlook at AVA International
This weekend at AVA International reminded us why we do this work. Our Deputy Director of Investigations, Erin W., read a letter …continue reading
Arizona’s Largest Animal Disease Outbreak, One Year Later
One year ago this month, Arizona experienced what would become the largest animal disease outbreak in the state’s history. Between May 16 …continue reading
The Hidden Cost of Cheap Chicken
That bargain pack of chicken at the grocery store looks like a win. Low prices. Family sized portions. Endless promotions. But the …continue reading
Announcing Inaugural Bill Ferguson Farm Transitions Fellow—Maeve Smith
Meet Maeve Smith, our inaugural Bill Ferguson Farm Transitions Fellow. This role honors the late Bill Ferguson, an Alabama chicken farmer who …continue reading
Talking to Kids About Where Food Comes From: With Honesty and Compassion
Every day, parents, older siblings, teachers, and mentors face big questions from kids about the world around them. One of the most …continue reading
Animal Outlook’s Return Investigation of Cooke Aquaculture
Today we’re releasing something that took courage, patience, and months of meticulous undercover work—our return investigation of Cooke Aquaculture’s Maine salmon hatchery. …continue reading
Animal Outlook Against Slaughterhouse Line Speeds Increase
The USDA is considering proposals that would increase line speeds at chicken slaughterhouses from 140 to 175 birds per minute and at …continue reading
Animal Outlook at AVA Summit 2026
Later this month, three members of our leadership team are heading to Toronto for the AVA International Summit—and we’re already anticipating what …continue reading
What is Lab-Grown Meat?
Cultivated (or “lab-grown”) meat is virtually identical, in terms of cellular structure and nutrition, to meat produced by raising and slaughtering animals: …continue reading
Our Newest Interactive Game At Two Earth Day Events
What happens when you challenge people to guess which milk uses the most water? 🌊 Last week, our California chapter leaders Kristine …continue reading
VegWeek 2026 Kickoff Party in Atlanta
VegWeek 2026 is here! Last week in Atlanta, organizer Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN threw down at the Patagonia store with a VegWeek …continue reading
How Free Vegan Snacks and 90 Push-Ups Changed Minds on Bruinwalk
Last Monday on Bruinwalk, we challenged UCLA students to identify vegan athletes from a lineup. The prize? Free plant protein snacks from …continue reading
Meat-related Cognitive Dissonance
People often feel uncomfortable when they’re reminded that meat comes from animals. Psychologists call this meat-related cognitive dissonance (MRCD) (Rothgerber, 2020). It …continue reading
Announcing Animal Outlook’s New Director of Legal Advocacy—Jareb Gleckel
Today we’re proud to announce the promotion of Jareb Gleckel—a fearless litigator, brilliant strategist, and unapologetic ally for farmed animals—to Director of …continue reading
Protect Fish with Your Plate: Try These Vegan Seafood Brands
When you see “seafood” on a menu, it’s often marketed as fresh, clean, and sustainable. But Animal Outlook’s groundbreaking salmon investigation revealed …continue reading
Beans, Not Bodies: How a Simple Food Powers a Compassionate Future
If there were a single food that could support your health, protect the planet, and spare animals from suffering, all while being …continue reading
Vegan Cheese and Wine Pairing
🍷🧀 This weekend proved once again that delicious food speaks louder than labels. Our incredible regional chapter leader Kristine M. organized a …continue reading
What is Aquaculture?
When people hear “aquaculture,” they often picture crystal clear water, flourishing pond ecosystems, and healthy fish enjoying spacious enclosures. The industry leans …continue reading
The Carnivore Diet: When “Anti-Vegan” Becomes a Brand
Some trends pop up to solve problems. Others exist to push back against progress. The carnivore diet, a regimen that celebrates eating …continue reading
Valentine’s Day Vegan Cupcake Giveaways
What’s better than a Valentine’s Day vegan cupcake giveaway? FOUR Valentine’s Day vegan cupcake giveaways. 💚🧁 Last week, Animal Outlook teams spread kindness …continue reading
Animal Activists Demand an End to Cow Slaughter in LA
Last Wednesday, more than a dozen passionate advocates gathered on the steps of the LA County Courthouse to send a clear message: …continue reading
The Beef Tallow Trend: When “Health” Claims Hide Animal Suffering
The wellness industry has a new darling, and it’s anything but progressive. Beef tallow, the rendered fat of cows, is being rebranded …continue reading
Raw Milk: Cruel to Cows & Bad for Your Health
Celebrity Endorsements Can’t Hide the Truth From Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s vocal advocacy to soccer star Erling Haaland’s daily gallon habit, raw …continue reading
Your Voice Shapes Our Future: 2025 Survey Results
We’re deeply grateful to all who participated in our recent supporter survey. Your thoughtful responses provide crucial guidance as we refine Animal …continue reading
2025: The Year We Shattered the System
When we promise to expose the truth and inspire change, we’re not talking about incremental steps. This year, Animal Outlook delivered seismic …continue reading
Reinventing Christmas: Your Guide to a Fully Vegan Holiday
The holiday season doesn’t need to come with a side of cognitive dissonance. At Animal Outlook, we believe Christmas can be a …continue reading
Vegan cookie giveaway
Last week, while College of Southern Nevada students in Las Vegas were cramming for finals, we showed up with something unexpected: proof …continue reading
A Festival of Lights Without Suffering: Your Guide to a Compassionate Hanukkah
Hanukkah celebrates liberation from oppression, a theme that resonates deeply with our work at Animal Outlook. As we commemorate the miracle of …continue reading
Animal Outlook at UCLA’s Sustainable Food Futures Fair
Last Thursday, over 100 UCLA students attended a career fair to join a movement that’s rewriting the future of food. At the …continue reading
Redefining Tradition: Your Guide to a Revolutionary Vegan Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be a celebration of denial, it can be a powerful opportunity for compassionate rebellion. At Animal Outlook, we’re …continue reading
Beyond Dairy: The Surprising Animal Products Hidden in Everyday Items
You’ve ditched dairy milk for oat, swapped beef burgers for Beyond, and found the perfect vegan leather boots. You’re making compassionate choices …continue reading
The Intersection of Animal Rights and Environmental Justice
Where Compassion Meets Conservation At Animal Outlook, we’ve long recognized that the fight for animal rights doesn’t exist in isolation. The systems …continue reading
Vegan on a Budget
Sometimes eating vegan can be costly – but it doesn’t have to be. Whether on a tight budget, cooking for a large …continue reading
The Busy Person’s Guide to Vegan Meal Preparation
Creating a vegan meal prep routine for busy individuals can significantly simplify the process of maintaining a vegan diet. Below are some …continue reading
Aquaculture Unveiled: The Hidden Cost of Farmed Fish
When we think of factory farming, images of crowded chicken sheds and industrial dairy operations typically come to mind. But there’s another …continue reading
Five celebrity vegan recipes that are changing the game
When celebrities use their platforms to advocate for animals, the impact is undeniable. At Animal Outlook, we’ve witnessed how influential voices can …continue reading
Celebrities you may not have known are vegan
As awareness of the benefits of veganism grows, an increasing number of celebrities are choosing to live a cruelty-free life. Their motivations …continue reading
Best vegan documentaries and movies
Explaining veganism to others can often be challenging. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or colleague, trying to explain the ethical and …continue reading
Best vegan foods to take camping when you have no fridge
Camping is a common outdoor activity during the warmer months and often requires significant preparation—including organizing gear, packing supplies, and planning meals. …continue reading
Beyond the Plate: A Beginner’s Guide to Vegan-Friendly Clothing
When most people think about veganism, their minds immediately jump to food choices: plant-based burgers, oat milk lattes, and dairy-free cheese. But …continue reading
How to Make Classic Barbecue Dishes Vegan
Barbecue dishes are a staple in many households, especially during summer cookouts and holiday gatherings. Traditional favorites, such as ribs, potato salad, …continue reading
Best US Airports for Vegan Food
As summer approaches, some of us find ourselves planning our next adventure. Between packing your bags and navigating security lines, the last …continue reading
The Five Worst Things Our Undercover Investigations of Dairy Facilities Have Revealed
Behind the pristine marketing images of happy cows grazing on sun-drenched hillsides lies a disturbing reality that the dairy industry doesn’t want …continue reading
Veganism: More Than a Diet, It’s a Compassionate Revolution
What Does It Mean to Be Vegan? Being vegan represents one of the most powerful personal choices an individual can make to …continue reading
Justice Department Investigates Egg Industry Price Fixing as Fight Against Cage-Free Progress Begins in Arizona
As reported this week in The Wall Street Journal, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched an investigation into potential price fixing in …continue reading
Shocking but Standard Practices in Animal Agriculture
In the relentless pursuit of profit, animal agriculture routinely engages in practices that prioritize efficiency over ethics. These practices often result in …continue reading
Eating Chickens May Cause The Next Pandemic
Bird flu is a huge concern in the US right now. The disease has infected over 100 million animals since 2022 including …continue reading
Animal Outlook’s Next Era – Welcome New Executive Director, Ben Williamson
Together with the rest of the board, it is my pleasure to announce Animal Outlook’s next Executive Director, Ben Williamson. When I …continue reading
The History of Veganism
Today, more than 78 million people around the world are vegan1. As more and more people learn about the dietary health benefits, …continue reading
8 Vegan Proteins That Will Jump Start Your Vegan Journey
Whether you’re trying to build muscle or just want to make sure you’re hitting all of your nutritional benchmarks at each meal, …continue reading
Proposition 12 and the Supreme Court
Latest update: On May 11, 2023, the Supreme Court affirmed the 9th Circuit’s dismissal of the case, ending the challenge with Proposition …continue readingSupreme Court Rejects Meat Industry Challenge to Animal Cruelty Law
May 11, 2023, Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against a meat industry challenge to California’s Proposition 12, which …continue reading
PRESS RELEASE: Exposing Ugly Abuse In One Of America’s Most Beautiful Cities
Animal Outlook’s undercover investigation unveils animal abuse horrors hiding in plain sight throughout Bay Area residential neighborhoods Washington, D.C. – (August 17, …continue readingPRESS RELEASE: Animal Cruelty Legal Victory
Chambersburg, PA and Washington, DC – February 10, 2022 – This week, the Superior Court of Pennsylvania issued its ruling in a …continue reading
The Meaning of Traditions on This Vegan Thanksgiving
My eight-year-old came home last week with a reading passage on Thanksgiving and the meaning of traditions as part of his homework. …continue reading
Vegan In NYC: Top 5 Picks From Animal Outlook’s New Yorkers
Vegan in NYC Broadway is reopening and autumn leaves are beckoning. For those of you planning a visit to the Big Apple, …continue reading
12 Fast Food Chains That Serve Vegan Options
Being vegan doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in fast food. With fast food chains adding more and more vegan options to their …continue readingAnimal Protection NGO Alleges Large-Scale Animal Cruelty Following New Exposé of Top Chicken Producer
Morganton, North Carolina and Washington, DC – September 21, 2021 – Today Animal Outlook released investigative footage captured at a North Carolina …continue reading
Our Five Favorite Celebrity Vegan Recipes
There are so many ways to spice up your plant-based meals and snacks. Check out these five famous and flavorful recipes: Tracye …continue reading
The Ultimate Vegan Starbucks List
Starbucks offers a variety of vegan drink and food options in addition to menu items that can be easily veganized with a …continue reading
11 Fun Foods You Didn’t Know Were (Or Could Easily Be Made) Vegan
Let’s be honest: we all want to indulge in some not-so-healthy treats from time to time. Newsflash: There’s vegan fun food too. …continue reading
How To Make Your Own Plant-Based Milk
Plant-based milk is delicious, cruelty-free, and a great way to oppose the dairy industry. With these easy steps, you can make your …continue readingAll About Chickens
Today, approximately eight billion chickens spend their short lives on factory farms, living in their own waste, contracting respiratory ailments, suffering crippling …continue reading
Trader Joe’s: Our Top Vegan Picks
Trader Joe’s seems to be everyone’s favorite grocery store. In addition to its relaxed and beachy atmosphere, the selection of amazing vegan …continue reading
From Bad to Worse: The Rise of GMO Salmon
In 2015, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved AquaBounty Technologies to sell its genetically modified (GMO) “AquAdvantage” salmon in the U.S., …continue readingBravo Packing (not Bravo Pet Food) has potentially distributed contaminated dog food in your area.
Has your dog become sick after eating frozen raw dog food from Bravo Packing, Bravos, or Tefco? Have you become sick after …continue readingA new era: Compassion Over Killing is now Animal Outlook
Do you remember 1995? We do. It was the year that Michael Jordan returned to the NBA, and Batman Forever was breaking …continue reading
Burger King Introduces Impossible Whopper
Update: After a successful trial in St. Louis, Burger King now plans to roll out the Impossible Whopper nationwide this year. By …continue reading
Nine Facts about Cows That May Surprise You
Cows, like all farmed animals, have unique personalities and experience a wide range of emotions just like humans, cats and dogs. In …continue reading
Iowa Ag-Gag Law Declared Unconstitutional
After years of free speech suppression in Iowa, a federal court has struck down the state’s Ag-Gag law as unconstitutional. Declared a …continue readingVideo: Singing Chicken’s Telegram Ruffles Feathers at McDonald’s HQ
Chicago, Ill. — August 20, 2018 — A singing “chicken” flocked to McDonald’s headquarters in Chicago today to squawk out a telegram …continue readingBOCA Debuts Vegan Turkey Burger as Nearly 50K Join Compassion Over Killing Campaign
August 9, 2018 — As a Compassion Over Killing (COK) campaign urging Kraft Heinz to drop dairy from its BOCA Foods brand …continue readingTenth Annual DC VegFest Bringing Food and Fun to Yards Park September 15
Media contact: Heather Shaw Menis, Fifth & Main PR heather@fifthandmainpr.com | 202.468.4349 Washington, DC – July 24, 2018 – Compassion Over Killing …continue readingMillions Seeing Misery Behind McDonald’s Menu in Times Square Ad
New York, NY — July 18, 2018 — A coalition of animal protection organizations has launched a powerful video ad campaign reaching …continue readingInterview With Genesis Butler, Inspiring Young Activist
At this year’s Animal Rights National Conference we were able to meet up with young animal activist, Genesis Butler. At age ten, …continue readingActor Kimberly Elise Asks Kraft Heinz to Offer Families a Healthier BOCA Brand by Dropping Dairy
July 10, 2018 — Actor Kimberly Elise (Diary of a Mad Black Woman, The Manchurian Candidate) has penned a letter to the …continue readingPowerful ‘Beyond The Lies’ Summer Video Tour to Bring Thousands Nationwide the Shocking Truth of Life and Death for Farmed Animals
June 21, 2018 — Compassion Over Killing (COK) proudly announces the launch of its Beyond The Lies tours, kicking off today in …continue readingAnimals Are Not A Health Food!
This month the International Food Information Council Foundation (IFIC) published a survey on American dieting habits and the results made something clear: …continue readingRally at USDA Against Dangerous High-Speed Slaughter: Former Investigator Plays Shocking Footage, Pig-Costumed Volunteers Deliver a Quarter Million Petition Signatures
Washington, DC — April 24, 2018 — Today, Compassion Over Killing (COK) brought media and the voices of over a quarter million …continue readingVegWeek Kicks Off Today, with Celebrities like Alicia Silverstone Inspiring Thousands to Take the VegPledge
April 16, 2018 — VegWeek 2018 is now officially underway — and the 7-Day VegPledge Challenge is on! More than 8,000 people …continue reading‘Injured Chickens’ Race from Cruelty in Tyson’s Hometown Marathon
Springdale, Ark. — April 14, 2018 — Today, two costumed “injured chickens” limped in the annual Hogeye Marathon sponsored by Tyson Foods …continue readingThousands Joining Celebrities by Pledging to Eat Green for Vegweek
April 3, 2018 — With inspiration from the stars, thousands of people are joining Compassion Over Killing’s VegWeek 2018 campaign, by pledging …continue readingCompassion Over Killing Prompts Announcement of New Line of Vegan Foods at Starbucks Shareholder Meeting
Seattle, Wash. — March 21, 2018 — Today, Compassion Over Killing (COK) created quite a buzz at Starbucks’ annual shareholder meeting at …continue readingSports Stars Say “Not So Fast, USDA,” Team Up Against Cruel High-Speed Slaughter
Washington, DC — March 13, 2018 — Compassion Over Killing (COK) announced today that the animal protection organization is teaming up with …continue readingSinging Sensation LP Joins Campaign for Vegan Food at Starbucks Nationwide
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contacts: Mary Beth Olson, Public Relations, Compassion Over Killing: mbwood@cok.net, (240) 507-9152 General Media, Compassion Over Killing: media@cok.net, …continue readingBig News for Animals: COK & FARM Join Forces!
Dear Friends and Supporters, As we forge ahead into a new year, we are writing to share big news for animals: a …continue readingOver 82,000 Say “No” to Slaughtering Chickens Even Faster
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE • December 13, 2017 Animal welfare, consumer safety, and worker safety supporters voice opposition to inhumane, unsafe proposal as …continue readingRampant Cruelty to Birds Uncovered at Tyson Foods — Again
Compassion Over Killing’s second investigation inside factory farms supplying Tyson Foods reveals systemic animal abuse, including painful effects of genetic manipulation December …continue readingNorth Carolina Billlboards: New Hotline Empowers Whistleblowers to Report Animal Cruelty, Workers’ Rights Abuses, and More
October 26, 2017 — A multi-language campaign has been launched by the national nonprofit Compassion Over Killing (COK) in North Carolina to …continue readingOlympic Medalist and Animal Advocate Dotsie Bausch Asks Papa John to Make an Even “Better Pizza” by Offering Vegan Cheese
October 25, 2017 — Olympic silver medalist and activist Dotsie Bausch has personally sent a letter to Papa John’s CEO John Schnatter …continue readingNew Hotline Empowers Whistleblowers to Report Animal Cruelty, Workers’ Rights Abuses, and More
September 20, 2017 — A new multi-state, multi-language campaign has been launched by the national nonprofit Compassion Over Killing (COK) to offer …continue readingVideo Prompts Groundbreaking Convictions for Cruelty to Chickens
First-Ever Trials for Broilers: Nine Former Tyson Employees Guilty on 22 Charges August 30, 2017 — Richmond, Va. — Nine former employees …continue readingDC VegFest, the East Coast’s Largest Vegan Festival, Returns to Yards Park
Free Event Welcomes Vegans, Pre-Vegans, Dogs, Kids and All on Saturday, Sept. 2 Washington, DC – July 17, 2017 – Compassion Over …continue readingUCLA Law Launches Innovative New Programs in Animal Law and Food Law
June 6, 2017 – UCLA School of Law is launching new initiatives to promote cutting-edge research in food law and animal law …continue readingVideo Prompts Animal Cruelty Charges against Dairy Factory Farm Worker; Guilty Plea
Washington, DC — May 18, 2017 — After heartbreaking footage filmed by a Compassion Over Killing investigator revealed violent abuse of cows, an employee …continue readingNew Exposé Provides Shocking Look Inside Massive Dairy Factory Farm
One employee reportedly fired in response to video showing animal cruelty Washington, DC — May 9, 2017 — Today, Animal Outlook, a …continue readingThousands Join Celebrities for VegWeek, Pledging Meat-Free April 17-23
April 17, 2017 — Today marks day one of VegWeek 2017, and thousands of people have joined celebrities, athletes, and public officials for …continue readingCelebrities Inspire Thousands to Go Meat-Free for VegWeek
April 5, 2017 — With 52 weeks in a year, why not make at least one meat-free? That’s the idea behind Compassion …continue readingNew Exposé Provides First Hidden-Camera Look Inside a US Lamb Slaughterhouse
Washington, DC — February 2, 2017 — Today Compassion Over Killing (COK), a national animal protection organization, released a gut-wrenching undercover video providing the public with …continue readingAnimal Protection Coalition Urges USDA to Protect Consumers
Newly Proposed Meat Labeling Guideline Encourages Misleading Industry Practices SAN FRANCISCO – The Animal Legal Defense Fund, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals …continue readingCompassion Over Killing Files Criminal Animal Cruelty Complaint Against Hormel Supplier
December 20, 2016 – Austin, Minn. – Compassion Over Killing (COK), a national animal protection organization, filed in Minn. state court this week …continue readingRace Car Driver Leilani Münter Speaks Out Against High-Speed Slaughter of Pigs
Münter joins Compassion Over Killing’s campaign to stop USDA’s dangerous “HIMP” program from expanding nationwide October 25, 2016 — Leilani Münter, professional race …continue readingAnimal Protection Group Claims Victory After Wayne Farms Becomes the Third Major Poultry Company to End Cruel Practice in Chicken Breeding
September 21, 2016 — Following campaign efforts by Compassion Over Killing (COK), Wayne Farms, the nation’s sixth largest poultry producer, has stated that it …continue readingNew Video Offers “Unauthorized SPAM Tour” as a Parody of Hormel’s “Spamerican” Tour
The partially animated video shows where SPAM really comes from May 9, 2016 – As Hormel Foods rolls its SPAMERICAN Tour across …continue reading
Alzheimer’s Linked To Diets High in Animal Products
Alzheimer’s linked to diets high in animal products, says new study A recent study found that the heavy consumption of meat and other …continue readingNew Exposé Uncovers Rampant Violence & Cruelty to Birds at Tyson Foods
Tyson Responds: Cruel Practice Stopped, 10 Employees Fired August 11, 2016 — Today, Compassion Over Killing (COK) released a shocking new undercover …continue reading
Beyond Burger: Plant-Based Patty Meaty Enough for Meat Aisles
Beyond Burger: To the mainstream and beyond The newest plant-based patty to hit the market is making headlines and bringing meat-free to the …continue readingConsider This: Pigs are like dogs, only smarter
As our recent investigation inside a pig slaughterhouse uncovers, animal agriculture is hell on earth for pigs. These intelligent, inquisitive animals have …continue readingNew Whistleblowing Exposé Uncovers Rampant Cruelty at USDA-Approved High-Speed Slaughter Plant Supplying Hormel
Video reveals pigs being prodded and dragged to their deaths for SPAM Today, Compassion Over Killing released a new undercover video filmed …continue reading
Science Says Processed Meats Cause Cancer, Meat Industry Cries Foul
Monday morning PSA: It’s time to put down that plateful of pig. In addition to clogging your arteries, processed meat may be …continue reading
Miss Eggs? Here Are Some Vegan Egg Substitutes
Vegan Eggs: Too Good To Be True? Be it sunny side up, over easy or hard boiled — most of us grew …continue reading
Turkeys: Four Fascinating Facts You Might Not Know
Most of us have never had the opportunity to meet a turkey in person, which makes it difficult to understand them …continue readingNew Video Uncovers More Animal Abuse by Foster Farms, the Company Slated to Provide the 2015 Presidential Turkey
2nd Hidden Camera Exposé in One Week Uncovers Horrors Endured by Day-Old Baby Birds For Immediate Release: June 22, 2015 Fresno, CA …continue readingNew Undercover Video Shows North Carolina Slaughterhouse Abusing Birds
Video Released Amidst Fast-Tracked State “Ag-Gag” Bill Aimed at Preventing Whistleblowing on Animal Cruelty (Raleigh, NC) May 5, 2015 — With an …continue readingCal Cruz Hatcheries Owner Taken to Court by Animal Protection Organization – Again!
Compassion Over Killing files motion in Santa Cruz Superior Court alleging that owner of now-defunct Santa Cruz hatchery is secretly and unlawfully …continue readingDC VegFest 2014 – the Best of Vegan and Vegetarian Cuisine
Contact: Erica Meier, Compassion Over Killing – emeier@cok.net | 202-270-8253 Contact: Sacha Cohen, Grassfed Media – sacha@grassfedmediadc.com | 202-251-9417 Washington, DC — Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or veg-curious, …continue readingSimple Truth Chicken Labeling Lawsuit – Settlement Reached
For immediate release: October 13, 2014 The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) and Compassion Over Killing today announced the settlement of a federal case …continue readingConsumers Demand Truth in Egg Labeling Lawsuit
Lawsuit Asks Government to Require “Eggs from Caged Hens” Label on Egg Cartons For immediate release: July 24, 2014 Contact: Cheryl Leahy: …continue readingAbuse Exposed at Factory Farm, Supplier to Pilgrim’s Corp
Pilgrim’s is the world’s second-largest chicken producer, supplying food to Chick-fil-A and others For Immediate Release: June 26, 2014 Media Contacts: Erica …continue readingCriminal Cruelty to Newborn Calves: Three People Sentenced
For immediate release: June 9, 2014 WASHINGTON, DC – Three former employees of Colorado’s Quanah Cattle Co. who were caught on undercover …continue readingAdvocates Stand up for Hens and Prop 2 in Missouri Lawsuit
Animal Advocates Defend California Law Protecting Egg-Laying Hens For immediate release: April 17, 2014 SAN FRANCISCO – Yesterday, the national nonprofit Animal …continue readingUS VegWeek 2014 Puts Meat-Free Eating on the Political Map
Lawmakers Across the Country Take Week-long Veg Pledge For Immediate Release: April 14, 2014 Media Contact: Sarah DeLucia at 301.891.2458 or sdelucia@cok.net. …continue readingEating Meat Threatens Wolves, Polar Bears to Extinction
We already know that forgoing meat saves lives: it helps protect farmed animals as well as our own personal health. According to …continue readingKroger Sued Alleging Deceptive “Humane” Chicken Claims
For immediate release: February 12, 2014 Media Contacts: Lisa Winebarger: 310-217-1519 (o), 310-853-0317 (c), legal@cok.net October 2014 Update: This case has been …continue readingSouth Miami Meatless Mondays Resolution Passes
For immediate release: December 6, 2013 Contact: info@cok.net or 301-891-2458 Miami, FL — On Tuesday, December 3, the South Miami City Commission …continue readingVideo Reveals Cruelty at Hargin Turkey Breeding Factory Farm
Contact: info@animaloutlook.org or 301-891-2458 Starbuck, MN — Animal Outlook (formerly Compassion Over Killing), a national animal protection organization, today released an undercover …continue readingCriminal Animal Cruelty Charges Against Colorado Company
Contact: info@cok.net or 301-891-2458 For immediate release: November 13, 2013 Denver, CO — Compassion Over Killing (COK), a national animal protection organization, …continue readingDC VegFest 2013 – the Largest Vegetarian Celebration in DC
DC VegFest 2013: the Largest Vegetarian Celebration in the Nation’s Capital Contact: info@cok.net or 301-891-2458 Washington, D.C. – On Sept. 28, an …continue readingMontgomery County Meatless Mondays Resolution Passes
For immediate release: July 22, 2013 Contact: info@cok.net or 301-891-2458 WASHINGTON, DC — On July 18, the Montgomery County Council issued a …continue readingAnimal Advocates Appeal Foie Gras Case Against USDA
Animal Advocates Appeal Foie Gras Case Against USDA Legal Battle Continues against the USDA for Allowing the Sale of Diseased Bird Livers …continue readingThe First Rehoboth Beach VegFest Kicks Off June 1, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 21, 2013 Contact: info@cok.net or 301-891-2458 Rehoboth Beach, DE – On Sat., June 1, people from all over …continue readingFDA Agrees to Consider Truth in Egg Labeling Regulations
Agency responds to Lawsuit Pushing for Mandatory Disclosure of “Eggs from Caged Hens” For immediate release: May 6, 2013 Contact: Megan Backus: …continue reading
New Study Links Eggs and Heart Disease
Move over saturated fat and cholesterol; there are two new health culprits in town that are linked to raising heart disease risk. …continue readingUS VegWeek 2013 Puts Meat-Free Eating on the Political Map
Lawmakers Across the Country Take Weeklong Veg Pledge For immediate release: April 10, 2013 Contact: info@cok.net or 301-891-2458 Washington, DC—There are 52 …continue reading
This Easter Celebrate Life by Choosing Compassion
Easter is a celebration of life — and what better way to honor this holiday than by choosing animal-friendly foods and activities …continue readingFederal Agencies Fail to Regulate Deceptive Egg Labels
Lawsuit Pushes for Mandatory Labeling of Eggs as “From Caged Hens,” “Cage-Free,” or “Free-Range” For immediate release: March 28, 2013 Contact: Megan …continue reading
