PETA

New York's had its share of issues with rodents, and sometimes humans may feel like they're on the losing end.

It has been an annual tradition for close to 150 years, and activists are attempting to modify the holiday and how it will be celebrated in the years to come.

We told you earlier this week, that Niagara Falls announced that nightly Fireworks shows would be returning this summer, for 144 nights. Now, animal rights group PETA is looking to change things up.

While the Bills season is over and the ball club is getting a make-over, defensive end Shawne Merriman is taking it off and taking on a new role as the Spokesperson for PETA in the 2013 "Ink not Mink" campaign. Peek the pics and pecs inside. (Try saying that 3 times fast)

Even though Janet Jackson is inspiring people to be healthier with her NutriSystem campaign, the singer has a lot of animal rights activists shaking their heads in disapproval. The ‘Rhythm Nation’ singer has been named the 2011 ‘Grinch of the Year’ by PETA for choosing to wear animal products such as leather and fur.