Animal Rights 101 (17)
Rooted in ethics and philosophy, animal rights is one of the most controversial social change movements in contemporary society. Learn the basic tenets, history, influential leaders and major nonprofit groups involved in activism to raise the status of non-human animals.

Pets (5)
As companions, friends and family members, pets are animals that people relate to the most. From an animal rights perspective, explore the human-animal bond, exotic pets, feral cats, pet overpopulation, the pet food industry, animal shelters, animal cruelty, and working animals. Find out how you can get involved or learn more about pet-related issues.

Vegetarianism (9)
Of all the animal rights issues, factory farming affects more animals than any other. Cruelty to farm animals in intensive confinement and slaughter is one of the primary reasons some people choose to become vegetarian or vegan. Learn about the different levels of vegetarianism and how you can do more to help farm animals.

Animal Byproducts (5)
Animal ingredients and byproducts are found in more than just food. Cosmetics, clothing and a myriad of other items are manufactured using materials derived from animals. Learn more about the production of fur, leather, wool, silk, down and other animal products, as well as how to avoid unwanted ingredients and how to find alternatives

Experimentation (7)
Avoiding cosmetics and household products that have been tested on animals is one of the easiest ways for individuals to incorporate animal rights into their everyday lives. Compare commercial product testing to dissection and medical research, and learn about alternatives to animal experimentation and animal ingredients.

Entertainment (6)
Some of the most egregious acts of animal cruelty happen in the name of entertainment and sport. Learn more about how animals are treated in films, zoos, circuses, rodeos, greyhound racing and other entertainment venues, from an animal rights perspective, and how you can get involved.

Wildlife (5)
Human activities such as sport hunting, habitat destruction, illegal wildlife trade and keeping wild animals in captivity are incompatible with animal rights philosophy. Learn more about these and other wildlife-related issues from an animal rights perspective.

Animal Law & Policy (12)
In addition to its ethical and philosophical aspects, the animal rights movement also has legal and political facets. Learn about international, federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting animals, as well as legislative issues.

Get Involved (5)
Grassroots community involvement is the cornerstone of animal rights activism. Learn about educational opportunities, jobs, volunteering, philanthropy and other ways to get involved in animal-related issues.

Activist Toolkit (7)
Grassroots activists are facing corporations and agencies that are well-funded and well-organized. Get more information about starting an effective group to help animals, organizing events and demonstrations, working with the media, and other topics.