Animal advocates express concern over the film Argylle's use of Scottish Fold cats, warning of increased desire for ownership despite their painful joint diseases. Cats Protection and other organizations worry that the film's portrayal of Scottish Folds will lead to a surge in popularity and breeding, further endangering the breed's health. The choice to use a bubble backpack as a carrier for the film's feline star, Chip, has also drawn criticism for its potential stress on the cat and lack of proper ventilation.
Ahead of its February 2 premiere, Matthew Vaughn's spy thriller Argylle is being met with criticism from animal advocates who fear the film's release will increase the desire for ownership of Scottish Fold cats. The unique-looking breed is characterized by a dominant gene mutation associated with osteochondrodysplasia, affecting the body's cartilage. This mutation is responsible for the Scottish Folds' appearance but is also the cause of severe...
Ahead of its February 2 premiere, Matthew Vaughn's spy thriller Argylle is being met with criticism from animal advocates who fear the film's release will increase the desire for ownership of Scottish Fold cats. The unique-looking breed is characterized by a dominant gene mutation associated with osteochondrodysplasia, affecting the body's cartilage. This mutation is responsible for the Scottish Folds' appearance but is also the cause of severe...
- 1/27/2024
- by Patricia Abaroa
- MovieWeb
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