Katie Price shocks Kerry Katona as she admits to spending six-figure sum on a horse

Katie Price doesn't hold back when it comes to splashing the cash on her beloved animals, admitting to once paying a quarter of a million pounds for a horse.

The twice-bankrupt star, 47, made the admission during the opening night of her UK tour with pal Kerry Katona. In addition to opening up about her doomed marriage to Peter Andre and her mental health battles, the mum-of-five also recalled some happier moments in her life.

Despite having an unfortunate track record when it comes to animals remaining alive in her car, with the RSPCA calling on her to banned from pet ownership, Katie consistently credits spending time with animals keeps her wellbeing on track.

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So it's no surprise that horse lover Katie has never been afraid to fork out when it comes to her pets. Speaking on stage with Kerry in Fleetwood on Saturday night, Katie shocked her pal when she revealed just how much her love of her four-legged pals impacts her bank balance.

As the show's compere asked the two women what one of their biggest expenditures were when they first found fame, Katie stunned co-star Kerry when she revealed she once shelled out £250,000 on a horse.

"£250,000 for a b*****d horse?!? What does he do, s**t gold eggs?," Kerry exclaimed as Katie added: "I've had him 18 years – he wouldn't be worth s**t now but he was then – and I love him. To me, it's worth every penny because he's been with me through it all and when I ride, it's just the best thing."

Katie may have a lifelong passion for horses and has owned many, but she has also been involved in a series of serious animal welfare concerns and incidents.

A petition on change.org boasts over 37,000 backers at the time of writing, and is directed to the RSPCA and PETA regarding "Ban Katie Price from buying any more animals."

It was established in 2020 following the demise of her French Bulldog pup Rolo, who was brought into the household for daughter Princess Andre's 13th birthday. Katie, 46, disclosed that the tiny pup perished after being smothered in an armchair whilst she was packing in another room.

A representative for JRC Bullies – who "presented" the dog to the Loose Women personality – told the Mirror at the time: "We are heartbroken that this has happened as we told Katie not to leave a small puppy on its own. We can't believe that the puppy was left unattended as we had left strict instructions."

In the petition, the author declares: "A puppy has died in the last 24 hours in Katie Price's care she bought this puppy for her 13 year old child 3 weeks ago. Which was killed in a accident no one witnessed." [sic]

They claim: "In the last 5 years more animals have died from lack of care. Horses. dogs. cats lizards hedgehogs. This isn't a single family tragedy. It's a common thing in Katie Price's home.

"2 dogs have been ran over. Puppies were found dead drowning in a neglected swimming pool. A horse was run over on a motorway. Animals just go missing in her home never to been seen again."

Whilst the petition appeals to PETA for assistance, the animal rights organisation has already tackled Katie's care of her pets - and last year even offered her £5000 in cash if she signs a legal contract pledging never to purchase another animal.

In an open letter to the Celebrity Big Brother contestant, PETA's Vice President Elisa Allen penned: "While your intentions may be good, the ever-growing number of animals who have either died under your supervision or been given away is impossible to ignore, and people are rightly concerned.

"Whatever you may offer as reasons for their suffering, relinquishment, or demise, the fact is that you are consistently harming these sensitive, sentient individuals, and I hope you agree that this is a solution."

Reports suggest that at least eight of Katie's pets have died whilst in her care through various different circumstances, including five dogs, a horse, and a chameleon.

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