December 9th 2024.
Kate Beckinsale believes that dyeing her cat's fur pink has improved the feline's mental well-being, despite the fact that cats are unable to see the color pink. The 51-year-old actress, known for her role in "The Canary Black," shared a video on social media of her cat, Willow, with her newly pink-stained fur. She also expressed her gratitude towards a veterinarian for the "wonderful experience" at their practice. However, some followers noticed the unusual coloring and questioned why the cat was pink.
Kate clarified that she used a gentle and non-toxic dye specifically made for animals, ensuring that it caused no harm. She explained that Willow had been struggling with depression since the passing of her other cat, Clive, in June of last year. The actress claimed that the dye had helped lift Willow's spirits, just like it did for Clive when he was given a lion cut after their other cat went missing and never returned.
In order to help Willow overcome her sadness, Kate decided to dye her fur pink. She also shared a link to the Instagram post where she explained her reasoning. Kate revealed that Clive had suffered from depression for a year, which had become so severe that the vet suspected he might have dementia. They ended up giving him a lion cut and even bought him cute Ugg boots. To their surprise, Clive's mood instantly improved, and he became a different, playful cat. Kate apologized for the lengthy explanation but wanted to share her experience with others.
However, it is important to note that just like dogs, cats cannot see red or pink colors. So, it is unlikely that dying Willow pink had any impact on her mental health. Dyeing pets, even with non-toxic products specifically made for animals, is a controversial topic. Some argue that it reduces pets to human accessories and takes away their autonomy over their bodies. Additionally, using toxic hair dyes can be dangerous for pets, especially for self-cleaning animals like cats who can ingest the dye while grooming themselves.
Kate is not the only celebrity to have dyed her pet's fur. Nicola Peltz Beckham faced severe backlash in September for dying her dog's ears bright orange. The RSPCA discourages people from dyeing their pets, believing that it sends the wrong message and has no benefit for the animals. Dr. Samantha Gaines from the RSPCA's companion animals department spoke to Metro about this issue, stating that grooming is essential for dogs but should not be done for entertainment purposes. She also highlighted the danger of treating pets as toys or objects rather than living beings with their own emotions and needs.
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