Pete Davidson, the renowned comedian and Saturday Night Live cast member, has always been praised for his sharp wit and comedic talent. However, a recent incident involving his decision to purchase a dog instead of adopting one from a shelter has sparked a heated debate. PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) swiftly criticized the 29-year-old choice, leading to a surprising and disheartening outburst from the comedian.
Pete Davidson Criticized By PETA For Bad Decision To Get A New Dog
The well-known comedian Pete Davidson has come under scrutiny following his recent decision to acquire a new dog, sparking criticism from PETA. The animal rights organization has voiced concerns about his choice and highlighted the importance of responsible pet adoption.
Davidson’s decision to obtain a puppy from a pet store in New York City has prompted debate over the benefits of adopting rescue dogs from shelters.
The animal rights charity addressed the controversy, describing the situation as tragic and emphasizing the abundance of homeless animals in shelters. Daphna Nachminovitch, Senior VP of Cruelty Investigations at PETA, expressed disappointment and said,
“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.”
PETA passionately appealed to the actor to prioritize adoption over shopping, citing the overflowing shelters in New York and across the country.
Encouraging him to show compassion and make a difference, PETA’s message emphasizes the importance of considering shelter animals for future pet purchases.
Pete Davidson Sends Explicit Voice Mail To PETA Amid Dog Controversies
Saturday Night Live star stirred up a storm of controversy when he left an outraged voicemail for PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) in response to their comments about his new dog.
The explicit voicemail targeted Nachminovitch, PETA’s Senior VP of cruelty investigations, as the artist expressed his frustration and disputed the organization’s stance.
In the voicemail, obtained by TMZ, Davidson justified his decision to acquire a specific dog, mentioning his severe allergies and the recent loss of his mother’s beloved pet.
He lashed out at PETA, accusing them of creating news stories without proper research and dismissing their criticisms as boring. He said,
“My mom’s f–king dog who is 2 years old died a week before so we’re all so sad, so I had to get a specific dog. So why don’t you do your research before you f–king creates news stories for people because you’re boring….F–k you and suck my d–k.”
The incident, which captured attention after The Suicide Squad Performer and his girlfriend were filmed purchasing a cava-poo at a West Village pet store, has triggered a broader discussion on responsible pet ownership and how disagreements within the animal rights community should be addressed.
As the controversy escalates, PETA remains steadfast in its criticism, emphasizing that hypoallergenic dogs do not exist and suggesting that Davidson should have conducted thorough research.
Despite later expressing regret for his choice of words, Davidson stood by his decision to defend himself and his family, attributing his initial outburst to the grief they were experiencing.
Source: TMZ
