The latest drama in the life of Simone Biles revolves around a new furry family member who’s causing quite the uproar online. Biles’ Doberman Pinscher has found itself at the center of a heated debate over ear cropping and tail docking, practices that the breeder, William Regal, claims are done by licensed veterinarians and considered common. Despite Regal’s defense, the backlash has been intense, with threats directed at him following criticism from fans and animal rights activists like PETA.
Regal, who’s been in the breeding business for a decade, expressed his dismay over the situation, saying he never intended for the purchase to spark controversy. He emphasized that Biles simply wanted a protective pet and that neither she nor he has done anything wrong. But as the conversation about pet care practices rages on, one can’t help but wonder: do we really know what’s best for our pets, or is it time for a serious rethink on how we treat them?
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