Lauren Prestia, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Cruelty toward animals is an unfortunate reality that is ignored by many, but now, several states are passing laws to improve their treatment.

Emilie Romero, University of Nevada

After the death of a bulldog on a United flight in March, PETA and other animal rights activists have rallied against the airline.

Otis Roffman, Beloit College

Loving your animals is best thing you can do for them, but saving them from being slaughtered is a close second.