– Lawsuit Against Dog Groomer After Death
Nicola Peltz Beckham (29) has filed a lawsuit making serious allegations against the groomer of her Chihuahua. The groomer is said to have treated the animal shortly before its death in June. According to “TMZ” and “People” magazine, Peltz Beckham blames the “HoundSpa” salon and one of its employees for the death of her dog Nala. The lawsuit, which has been obtained by the media, contains these allegations.
Death Allegedly Two Hours After Grooming
According to “People,” the actress claims that her dog returned from a routine visit to the mobile dog salon on June 15 “injured and in severe physical pain.” Symptoms included heavy breathing, panting, and a pulsating chest. Two hours after grooming, the dog died from its injuries. “TMZ” reports that Peltz Beckham is seeking damages and punitive damages.
The “Bates Motel” actress reportedly asserts in the lawsuit that the employee has a history of “intentional and cruel mistreatment of dogs.” Since there are multiple complaints against the groomer for mistreatment, she accuses the salon and its owner of “negligent and cruel behavior,” as reported by “People.”
Peltz Beckham and Second Dog Suffer
After the grooming appointment, she took her dog to a nearby veterinarian. The vet found that Nala’s “tongue was blue, she had fluid in her lungs, and suffered neurological damage.” Despite being given oxygen, the pet of the actor couple died.
Peltz Beckham has experienced “emotional distress” due to the death of her dog. According to “TMZ,” her second dog, Angel, is also affected by the incident. He is said to tremble and cry every time he is left alone.
“I Can’t Stand It”
On June 16, a day after the incident, Peltz Beckham publicly mourned the death of her beloved dog on Instagram. “She was my beautiful queen and stood by my side loyally for nine years,” she lamented. She also warned her followers: “Be careful whom you trust with your dogs; you never know what happens behind closed doors.”
In a statement obtained by “People” magazine, she said it “breaks her heart” to read similar stories from fans. “I can’t stand it. I am outraged when I hear how often stories like Nala’s happen,” she said.
The actress wants to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. “I have spent most of my life rescuing dogs, and I cannot in good conscience allow this terrible act to happen to other families,” she clarified her motivation.
The alleged “intentional and cruel abuse” by the dog groomer, as mentioned in the lawsuit, has caused “emotional distress” for Nicola Peltz Beckham. Furthermore, her second dog, Angel, is said to show signs of trembling and crying when left alone.
