Kim Kardashian has found herself at the centre of fresh controversy after revealing her Christmas gifts for her children — and this time, it’s animal rights group PETA leading the backlash.
The reality star shared a photo on social media showing four Pomeranian puppies, one for each of her children — North (12), Saint (10), Chicago (7), and Psalm (6) — along with the caption, “Each kid got a puppy.” What was meant to be a festive moment quickly turned into a heated online debate.
PETA Calls the Gesture “Inexcusably Callous”
Reacting strongly, PETA founder Ingrid Newkirk criticised the move, stating that “puppies are not plushies.” She argued that gifting pets as presents ignores the ongoing crisis of homeless animals and missed an opportunity to promote adoption.
Newkirk suggested that instead of buying puppies, Kim could have supported shelter animals — by funding an adopt-a-thon, sponsoring a spay-and-neuter drive, or encouraging adoption from local shelters.
She also urged the SKIMS founder to make amends by involving her children in volunteering at animal shelters, calling it a way to instil responsibility and compassion.
Khloé Kardashian Also Drawn Into the Debate
The criticism didn’t stop with Kim. Newkirk also called out Khloé Kardashian for purchasing a black Labrador puppy. Khloé shares daughter True (7) and son Tatum (3) with ex-partner Tristan Thompson.
According to PETA, public figures purchasing pets instead of adopting sends the wrong message, especially given their massive influence.
Social Media Reaction Snowballs
Kim’s Instagram Story sparked immediate outrage, with many users questioning whether children are equipped to handle the long-term responsibility of caring for pets. Others pointed out the contradiction between luxury pet purchases and the millions of animals currently in shelters.
Despite the backlash, Kim also posted a wholesome family photo of her kids in matching SKIMS Christmas pyjamas, shifting the narrative briefly back to holiday cheer — though the puppy controversy continued to dominate discussion.
Final Words
The Kardashian brand has never shied away from attention, but this moment has struck a nerve beyond celebrity gossip. As animal welfare concerns grow louder, Kim Kardashian’s Christmas gesture has reopened a larger conversation about pet adoption, responsibility, and influence — especially when children and high-profile families are involved.
Whether Kim responds or takes action remains to be seen, but for now, the message from animal rights advocates is clear: pets are a lifelong commitment, not seasonal gifts.
