Kim Kardashian has drawn criticism from PETA for gifting puppies to her four children for Christmas. PETA founder Ingrid Newkirk stated that puppies are not toys and criticized Kardashian for not promoting shelter adoptions, calling the act 'callous' and suggesting alternative ways to support animal welfare. While some social media users echoed PETA's concerns about responsible pet ownership and the animal crisis, others defended Kardashian, citing her family's history of pet care.