PETA has heavily criticised Paris Hilton for buying a new teacup chihuahua from a breeder instead of adopting it from a shelter.
Earlier this week, the 41-year-old heiress delightedly took to social media to share the news of her adorable new addition to her family. This came just a few months after she tragically announced the heartbreaking news of her 23-year-old dog.
But the animal rights organisation PETA have been left none too pleased with the way in which Paris added to her family. So much so that they have also decided to plaster ads across Los Angeles to protest her decision.
A rep for PETA told TMZ : "Paris Hilton has apparently been living under a rock for the past decade because a day in an animal shelter would have shown her just how many Chihuahuas already need homes, and five minutes on Petfinder would turn up thousands more, including puppies."
Meanwhile, Moira Colley, another spokesperson for PETA, told DailyMail.com : "The posters will be pointing out that Paris has overlooked millions of lovable homeless dogs in U.S. shelters while pimping for the pet-breeding industry.
"PETA hopes our street art blitz will remind every celebrity to lead by example and adopt, never shop." Mirror US has contacted a representative for Paris for further comment.
Last month, PETA took similar action against Pete Davidson as they urged him to consider rescuing dogs from shelters after reportedly getting a puppy from a pet store in New York City.
Daphna Nachminovitch, the Senior VP of Cruelty Investigations at PETA, has told TMZ: "It's tragic that Pete didn't seek out a borough-born mutt from a city animal shelter, because a scrappy New Yorker with charm, personality, and unconventional handsomeness could have been his perfect match."
Urging the actor to consider adopting next time, Daphna said: "Since shelters in New York and across the country are overflowing with homeless animals, PETA urges Pete to show some big heart energy by adopting, not shopping, in the future."
Meanwhile, Paris was overcome with emotion earlier this year as she announced news of her pup's passing, writing on Instagram: "Today, my heart breaks as I say goodbye to my precious chihuahua, Harajuku B*tch."
Alongside a series of photos, the reality TV star continued: "For an incredible 23 years, she filled my life with so much love, loyalty, and unforgettable moments."
Paris further commented in the caption that accompanied the photos: "She lived a long, beautiful and iconic life, surrounded by love until her final peaceful slumber. Words cannot express the immense pain I'm feeling right now.
"She was more than just a pet; she was family to me, a loyal friend who was always by my side through every twist and turn life brought my way. From the glitz and glamour to the quiet moments behind the scenes, she was always there, a tiny ball of love, brightening up even the darkest of days. We shared so many memories, laughter, and tears.
"Rest peacefully, my sweet darling. Thank you for blessing my life with your unconditional love. You will forever be my little angel, forever missed, and forever loved," she concluded.
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