Leone Says That Too Much Sex Can Be a Bad Thing—if You're a Dog or a Cat
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Washington -- Seductively winking next to the caption "Too Much Sex Can Be a Bad Thing. Sterilize Your Dogs and Cats," Indo-Canadian Jism 2 and adult-entertainment star Sunny Leone appears in a brand-new ad (attached) for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India. Leone, who was named 2003 Penthouse Pet of the Year, wants her legions of adoring fans to know that the only way to fight the worldwide animal homelessness crisis is always to have companion animals sterilized. The stunning ad was shot by leading photographer Gaurav Sawn, and Leone's hair and makeup were done by Ayesha Wadiwala.
In an exclusive interview for PETA India, Leone says, "I believe in not buying—and adopting. And it's because there's so many dogs out there that need a home, that were left on the streets. They just need that love, and if you can rescue an animal, then that's one of the greatest gifts you can give." She further explains, "I believe that every single dog should be spayed and neutered. You don't want to continue the cycle of homeless dogs or cats. And spaying and neutering also keeps them healthy. It prevents them from having different diseases that they can get if they are not." PETA India’s exclusive broadcast-quality interview with Leone is available for download.
Six to 8 million unwanted cats and dogs enter animal shelters every year in the U.S., and roughly half of them are euthanized because there simply aren't enough good homes for them. Millions more never make it to an animal shelter and are left to fend for themselves on the streets, where they often are subjected to cruelty, are struck by cars, or suffer from starvation, disease, or injuries. The solution is simple: Always spay or neuter your animal companions. Spaying one female dog can prevent 67,000 births in six years, and spaying one female cat can prevent 420,000 births in seven years.
Leone, who shares her home in Los Angeles with two rescued dogs, has also signed on to star in the sequel to the horror-thriller film Ragini MMS, one of the most talked about sleeper hits of 2011. The makers of Jism 2 have donated the cast's wardrobe, including sexy lingerie worn by Leone in the movie, to PETA India for auction.
For more information and to see the ad, please visit PETA.org.