A woman from Pennsylvania who marketed "gothic kittens" with ear, neck and tail-piercings on the internet has defended her actions.
Holly Crawford was charged with animal cruelty after her home was raided following a tip off from animal rights group Peta.
"When I did it, it wasn’t with any cruel intentions," she said. "They were definitely loved, well-fed, no fleas, clipped nails, and very happy."
Police also charged a man who helped her take calls about the kittens, which were being sold online for hundreds of dollars.