Kaley Cuoco is facing criticism after revealing she made the difficult choice to re-home her beloved pitbull, Shirley, due to ongoing conflicts with her fiancé Tom Pelphrey’s German Shepherd, Blue. However, the Big Bang Theory star insists the decision was made with Shirley’s best interests in mind.

In an emotional Instagram video, Cuoco, 38, shared that Shirley had been a part of her life since she was six weeks old and lived a long, cherished life before passing away at 14 from aggressive bone cancer. She explained that, despite her deep love for Shirley, constant fights with Blue and concerns for the safety of both dogs led her to make the painful decision to re-home Shirley.

“She got a very aggressive bone cancer that came on very quickly,” Cuoco revealed, tearfully reflecting on her pet’s passing. “She was almost 14 years old, which is an unbelievable life for a dog. And I just wanted to share her story and what we had to do.”

Cuoco found a new home for Shirley with her longtime pet handler, Tony, and his wife, Angie, who had cared for the dog for years before her passing.

Despite Cuoco’s heartfelt explanation, the revelation has sparked outrage among some fans, who criticized her for giving up a pet she had for so long. Others, however, sympathized with her decision, recognizing that it was made out of concern for Shirley’s well-being and safety.

As the backlash continues, Cuoco remains steadfast in her belief that re-homing Shirley was the right choice, ensuring she lived out her final years in a peaceful and loving environment.