Instagram fitness influencer Ali Holman is facing a fierce backlash and allegations of animal cruelty after a damning investigation revealed her side business breeding and selling dangerously ill puppies.
The 30-year-old, who built a following by promoting a healthy lifestyle, is accused of offering a cavapoo puppy for sale that died of a severe parvovirus infection just days after a new owner collected it. The buyer, who paid a substantial sum, was left heartbroken and thousands of pounds out of pocket.
A Trail of Heartbreak and Illness
Multiple buyers have since come forward with similar harrowing stories. Another puppy sold by Holman, named Nala, was diagnosed with a congenital liver defect and requires life-long medication, accruing vet bills in the thousands.
Disturbing evidence shows Holman conducting business from her home in Manchester, with text messages revealing she offered a discount if buyers avoided a formal contract, potentially sidestepping legal protections.
Evasion and Expert Condemnation
When confronted, Holman reportedly denied the allegations and swiftly deleted her breeding social media accounts. Animal welfare experts have condemned the conditions, stating the case highlights the dark side of the unregulated 'designer dog' trade.
The RSPCA has confirmed it is assessing the information, urging the public to report concerns and always see a puppy interacting with its mother in its home environment before purchasing.
