Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence has made a candid and emotional revelation about her decision to find a new home for her beloved dog, a choice driven by her children's safety.
A Difficult Decision for a New Mother
The "Hunger Games" star shared the personal update during a Q&A session for her new film, "Die My Love," at the 92nd Street Y in New York City. When asked if she was a dog or cat person, Lawrence expressed discomfort before explaining the situation with her dog, Princess Pippi Longstocking. She confirmed the dog is alive and well, now living with her parents.
Lawrence admitted that her perspective on dogs shifted dramatically after becoming a mother. "After I had a kid, dogs became so scary," she said. "It's almost like I don't recognize dogs right now. I just see them as a threat." The actress had even chosen her New York apartment on 1st Avenue and 67th Street specifically to be near a park for her pet.
The Incident That Changed Everything
The catalyst for the rehoming was a direct incident involving her firstborn son, Cy, who was born in 2022. Lawrence described a moment where a dog bit her son, which triggered an intense protective response. "One of them bit my son and that just made me want to obliterate every dog ever," she told the audience, who laughed in recognition of the hyperbolic but heartfelt sentiment.
Jennifer Lawrence and her husband, art gallery director Cooke Maroney, welcomed their second son in April 2025. The growing family dynamic ultimately made the New York environment unsuitable for Princess Pippi Longstocking, who "did not like New York."
Public Reaction and a Shift in Stigma
Following her revelation, discussion on platforms like Reddit has been largely supportive of Lawrence's choice. Many commentators praised her for prioritizing her family's well-being, sparking a wider conversation about the stigma often attached to rehoming pets.
One user with experience in the pet industry wrote, "Responsible rehoming is a good thing... There should be less stigma around it." Another commenter, who worked in child safety, agreed, noting that dogs can have unexpected reactions to children even if they were previously calm. They emphasized that shame around rehoming does not keep kids safe.
A parent added to the discussion, stating that "having a child totally changes your perception of risk," a sentiment that clearly resonates with Lawrence's experience. The actress's openness about this challenging decision highlights the complex realities of balancing pet ownership with parenthood and the sometimes difficult choices families must make for safety and happiness.
