Britney Spears
Britney Spears has come under fire from an animal rights group in Los Angeles
after choosing to buy a new $3,000 dog from a pet store.
The Humane Society officials claim the pop superstar should have spent more
time picking her pet.
Spokeswoman Stephanie Shain tells TV news show Entertainment Tonight,
"Choosing a dog is a major lifestyle decision that should not be taken lightly.
"We suggest that people take time to choose a member of their family, and to
be sure they are working with a reputable breeder... Ms. Spears is setting a
damaging example to the public.
"Most dogs sold in pet stores come from puppy mills--factory-like facilities,
churning out purebred and 'designer' puppies in large numbers. Puppy mills look
only to make a profit; [they] commonly disregard the dog's physical and
emotional health."