“I Prefer Dogs to People!” Pete Wicks Sparks Outrage — and Tears — After Emotional Confession in New Doc ‘For Dogs’ Sake’
Ahead of the release of his upcoming documentary Pete Wicks: For Dogs’ Sake, the 36-year-old opened up in a raw, tearful interview that left fans divided. “It might sound harsh,” Pete confessed to Radio Times, “but it’s true — I prefer dogs to people.”
What followed was pandemonium.
“Feral” Fan Reaction: Love, Laughter, and Outrage
Within hours, the internet exploded. Some hailed Pete as a “real-life legend” for saying what many secretly think — others accused him of “attention-seeking madness.”
“Dogs don’t lie, cheat or ghost you,” one fan wrote on X. “I’m with Pete all the way.”
But critics weren’t impressed. “It’s ridiculous,” one user fumed. “You can’t say you prefer animals to people — it’s dehumanising!”
The hashtag #DogsOverHumans quickly began trending, with thousands joining the debate. Even a few celebrities chimed in, calling Pete’s emotional honesty “refreshing but raw.”
From Reality Rogue to Rescue Hero
Long known as TOWIE’s tattooed troublemaker, Pete has quietly transformed his public image — swapping Marbella chaos for muddy pawprints. The reason? Two French bulldogs named Eric and Peggy, both rescues, who he calls “the loves of my life.”
Peggy, who lost one of her eyes before Pete adopted her, is often seen on his Instagram, snuggled under blankets or posing in the front seat of his car. “People think I spoil them,” Pete said with a laugh, “and they’re right. They’ve saved me more than I’ve saved them.”
His passion for dogs isn’t new — it started when he and his mum rescued their first family pet, Arnie, when he was just ten years old. That moment, he says, “changed everything.”
‘For Dogs’ Sake’: The Series That Broke Him
Pete’s new four-part series, Pete Wicks: For Dogs’ Sake, dives deep into the UK’s rescue crisis — where an estimated 100,000 dogs are still waiting for homes. “Only one in five people who get a dog actually choose a rescue,” Pete revealed. “That’s heartbreaking.”
Filming, he admits, took a toll. “I cried several times,” he confessed. “When you see a dog come in after being neglected or abandoned, and you see that sadness in their eyes… it’s unbearable.”
The doc, airing January 7, promises to show a softer, more vulnerable side of Pete Wicks — one fans rarely see. “This series isn’t about fame,” he said. “It’s about giving these dogs a voice.”
Strictly, Maura, and the Life Beyond the Lens
Away from the cameras, Pete’s life has been just as headline-grabbing. Fresh off his stint on Strictly Come Dancing with professional partner Jowita Przystał, the Essex heartthrob has been linked to Love Island star Maura Higgins — with rumours swirling the pair spent Christmas together in Ireland.
The duo were spotted loading luggage into a car before jetting off to the luxurious Glasson Lakehouse, Spa & Golf Club, where Maura shared snaps of a £600-a-night suite featuring a copper bathtub and lakeside views.
Both later posted cozy pub selfies — Pete with a pint of Guinness, Maura with a glass of red — sparking whispers of a secret romantic getaway. “They looked totally smitten,” said one onlooker. “It’s the softest anyone’s seen Pete in years.”
From “Bad Boy” to Big Softie
Behind the tattoos and the swagger, Pete Wicks has always had a big heart — something that For Dogs’ Sake finally proves.
“He’s not just the reality rebel people remember,” said one insider close to the production. “He’s genuinely passionate, emotional, and deeply protective of animals. The series shows a side of Pete that will shock a lot of people — in the best way.”
And as for his “dogs over humans” stance? Pete isn’t changing his tune anytime soon.
“People can say what they want,” he told The Times. “Dogs don’t judge you. They don’t lie. They just love you — and honestly, that’s more than I can say for most humans.”
“For Dogs’ Sake” — and for the Record
Whether you see him as a hero or a headline hunter, Pete Wicks has done what few reality stars can: he’s sparked a national debate — and touched hearts along the way.
As the UK prepares for his new doc to drop, one thing’s clear — the boy from TOWIE has traded gossip for grit, and his story is only just beginning.
Because when it comes to loyalty, love, and second chances… Pete Wicks is definitely barking up the right tree. 🐾
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