London, UK – Katie Price, the former glamour model and reality TV star, has come under scrutiny once again after recently spending £2,000 on two Sphynx cats. This purchase has raised concerns and criticism due to her current financial struggles, including a recent declaration of bankruptcy, as well as a troubling history with pet care.
Price showcased her new pets to her online followers during a live TikTok session, where she interacted playfully with the kittens, asking her audience about their own activities while referring to the cats’ actions affectionately. She now has a total of five Sphynx cats, with previous ones named Dobby, Hagrid, and Daisy.
This incident is not the first time Price has faced backlash over her pet ownership. Over the past six years, multiple pets under her care, including five dogs, a horse, and a chameleon, have died, some under tragic circumstances. Animal rights groups and her fans have expressed concerns, urging her to reconsider acquiring more pets. A petition with thousands of signatures and a financial offer of £5,000 have been made in an effort to halt her from further animal acquisitions.
The series of unfortunate pet deaths includes several highly publicized incidents: a puppy being crushed by an electric chair shortly after being gifted to her daughter, and another dog being hit by a delivery van which the driver allegedly left unreported.
In response to the criticism, Price has shared instances of unavoidable mishaps or health issues leading to these outcomes. In her memoir “This Is Me,” Price recounts the heart-wrenching decision to euthanize her kitten Frog due to a severe neurological disease. She disclosed the rapid progression of the illness, which left Frog unable to perform basic functions, leading to his untimely death at five months old.
Financially, Price’s decision to purchase these expensive pets comes at a time when her monetary decisions are closely scrutinized. After being declared bankrupt for the second time in March 2024 due to an extensive unpaid tax bill, and following a missed court appearance to undergo plastic surgery, her financial judgment has been called into question.
Furthermore, Price was arrested at Heathrow Airport in August after skipping her scheduled court date, highlighting a pattern of legal and financial mismanagement which only serves to amplify public concern over her lifestyle choices, particularly concerning her ability to care for more animals responsibly.
Amid her personal and financial turmoil, Price continues to maintain a high media profile, recently undergoing her sixth facelift. Her continuous presence in the public eye, paired with ongoing controversies, attracts a mix of criticism and concern from fans and detractors alike.
Animal welfare organizations continue to monitor the situation, advocating for the welfare of Price’s pets and hoping for a future where her pet ownership can occur without further incidents or animal welfare concerns. As discussions unfold online and in public forums, the debate over celebrity responsibilities and animal care standards remains a poignant topic, reflecting broader societal attitudes towards animal rights and celebrity culture.