Katie Price Strikes Back at PETA’s £5,000 Pet Ban Offer: “My Vet Says I’m a Good Owner”
The world of celebrity is no stranger to controversy, but the ongoing saga surrounding Katie Price and her extensive menagerie of pets has ignited a fierce and highly emotional debate that stretches far beyond typical tabloid gossip. At the very heart of this escalating drama is an unprecedented move by the animal rights organisation People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). In a startling campaign that has shocked fans and critics alike, the charity has publicly offered the former glamour model a staggering £5,000 reward to sign a legally binding agreement promising never to acquire another animal. It is an extraordinary intervention, one that highlights the immense public concern regarding the welfare of the animals residing in the star’s sprawling home.
For years, the public has watched with growing unease as a heartbreaking string of tragedies has befallen the pets under Katie’s care. The grim tally includes two dogs, a horse, and even a chameleon, all of whom have met untimely ends in various distressing circumstances. These repeated incidents have led to a massive wave of online backlash, culminating in PETA branding the mother-of-five with the devastating and highly damaging label of a “serial animal killer.” It is a moniker that would break anyone, but Katie, known for her resilient and often combative public persona, is refusing to take the accusations lying down.
Breaking her silence on the deeply sensitive issue, Katie used her popular audio platform, The Katie Price Show, to directly address the mounting criticism and offer a robust defence of her capabilities as a pet owner. Speaking candidly with her sister, Sophie, Katie revealed a deeply personal conversation she recently had with her professional veterinarian—a conversation she claims entirely vindicates her.
“I said to the vets, ‘Do you know how much stick I get?’ And the vet said, ‘I know, I see online,'” Katie recounted to her listeners, her voice laced with a mixture of frustration and defiance. She went on to explain how she pleaded her case to the medical professionals who actually treat her animals, arguing that the public narrative completely ignores the reality of her day-to-day care. “I said, ‘But you guys know how well looked after my animals are,’ and I’m always bringing them in if they need worming or something like that. They’re like, ‘Kate, we know you do.'”
This crucial endorsement from a licensed veterinary professional forms the cornerstone of Katie’s defence. She is clearly baffled and deeply hurt by PETA’s aggressive tactics, particularly because the organisation’s representatives have never actually visited her property to assess the living conditions of her animals. “I’ve got that PETA offering me five grand to never have an animal, and they’ve never even met me or never even seen my animals,” she vented on the podcast. Desperate to clear her name, she even asked her vet if it was possible for them to write an official report attesting to her competence. According to Katie, the vet reassured her, saying, “Kate, don’t worry about it, because we all know you’re good with your animals… we know we got everything on record.”
While the veterinary records may reflect a history of vaccinations, worming treatments, and regular check-ups, the court of public opinion remains heavily focused on the chaotic events that seem to inevitably surround Katie’s household. The controversy reached a boiling point once again just recently when Katie admitted that her highly prized, hairless Sphynx cats had mysteriously gone missing. The timing of their disappearance could not have been worse, as Katie was out of the country in Dubai, visiting her husband, Lee Andrews, who has found himself back behind bars.
The internet quickly spiralled into a frenzy of speculation and outrage, with many assuming the absolute worst had happened to the vulnerable, exotic felines. However, Katie was quick to shut down the panic, revealing that the crisis was short-lived. “Right, can I say something? The Sphynx cats were missing, but when I put a post up on Instagram, they suddenly came back,” she explained to her sister. She pointed out that her brother had gone to great lengths to secure the property, blocking potential escape routes. Yet, she also noted the independent nature of the breed, stating, “But cats and Sphynxes in the summer, they like to wander, but they come back.” While the safe return of the cats is undoubtedly a relief, the incident only served as fresh ammunition for those who believe her home environment is simply too chaotic to ensure the safety of so many creatures.
And the sheer volume of animals currently residing with Katie is genuinely staggering. By her own admission, she presently has seventeen animals in her care. This massive brood includes seven Sphynx cats, five dogs, and a number of horses. Managing a menagerie of this size would be a full-time, exhausting job for anyone, let alone a celebrity constantly juggling media appearances, family commitments, and highly publicised personal dramas.
The concern is not necessarily that Katie lacks affection for her pets; indeed, she frequently posts lovingly about them on her social media channels. The primary concern is whether she has the logistical capacity, the secure environment, and the hyper-vigilant attention to detail required to keep seventeen animals completely safe from harm. This question becomes unavoidable when reviewing the deeply tragic timeline of her past pets.
In 2017, a horrifying incident occurred when one of her horses managed to break free from its field and was tragically killed. The nightmare continued when a gate at her property was allegedly left open, leading to one of her beloved dogs wandering out and being fatally struck by a car near her home. The pattern of vehicular accidents is particularly distressing. In 2020, another dog was hit by a car. Incredibly, a second dog suffered the exact same fate and died that very same year. Two years later, a third dog was also struck. For animal lovers and welfare advocates, this pattern suggests a systemic failure in the security of the property and the supervision of the animals, regardless of how often they are taken to the vet for routine care.
It is this harrowing history that has caused the latest dramatic roadblock in Katie’s quest to expand her animal family. Last month, Dina Taji, the ex-wife of Katie’s currently incarcerated husband Lee Andrews, publicly intervened to halt the transportation of a new dog to Katie’s UK home. Katie and Lee had apparently signed a contract to purchase a highly sought-after designer breed: a male Pomsky, which is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Siberian Husky.
With Lee out of action and behind bars, Dina, who is a self-proclaimed animal lover, stepped in and offered to take the young dog. Taking to social media, Dina expressed deep, genuine terror at the prospect of sending the vulnerable pup to the UK. While she carefully avoided naming Katie directly, the implication was crystal clear to anyone following the saga. “I want to hear your opinion and anything that you would like to share with me regarding this dog that I have with me right now,” Dina pleaded with her followers. She admitted that the influx of information from concerned netizens had completely changed her perspective. “Because honestly, I’m receiving a lot of messages and I’m starting to find things out that I didn’t know before. I had no idea.”
Dina’s reluctance highlights the very real, tangible consequences of Katie’s damaged public reputation. It is no longer just faceless internet trolls leaving angry comments; the apprehension has spread to individuals directly involved in the acquisition of her new pets. The thought of adding a high-energy, demanding puppy like a Pomsky into an already crowded household of seventeen animals—especially one with a history of tragic accidents—is a prospect that many find deeply unsettling.
Despite the swirling chaos, Katie remains resolute in her self-belief. She recently welcomed a litter of newborn hairless kittens, though she was quick to clarify her responsible intentions regarding their future. Anticipating the inevitable backlash, she proactively explained her plan on the podcast. She assured listeners that she will not be hoarding the new arrivals, stating that she has already secured loving homes for them. “I take them to the vets when they’re 8 weeks old, because that’s what I asked the vet, unless there’s any problems before, which so far, so good,” she noted, emphasising that the kittens will go to their new families when they are between eight and ten weeks old.
This proactive, seemingly responsible approach to the new kittens is perhaps an attempt by Katie to change the narrative and prove her detractors wrong. She wants the world to see the woman her vet sees: a dedicated owner who seeks professional medical advice and ensures her animals are vaccinated and healthy. However, PETA and her army of critics are looking at a very different set of data points. They are looking at the open gates, the busy roads, the sheer number of animals, and a devastating history of premature deaths that simply cannot be erased by a clean bill of health from a local clinic.
The standoff between Katie Price and her critics represents a fascinating and deeply emotional clash of perspectives. On one side is a woman fiercely defending her love for her animals, armed with veterinary records and a refusal to be bullied by public opinion. On the other side is a formidable animal rights charity and a chorus of concerned citizens who believe that love alone is not enough to keep animals safe in a chaotic environment. As Katie continues to navigate her incredibly complex personal life, the watchful eyes of the public—and PETA—will undoubtedly remain fixed upon the gates of her home, waiting to see what the future holds for the seventeen innocent lives currently depending on her.
