Britney Spears' PETA Circus

11 months ago 09th Dec 12:01

Britney Spears has been accused of violating animal rights.

The 27-year-old singer has come under fire from campaigners People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), who have slammed her use of caged elephants in the video for her new single 'Circus'.

I think they just want good influences around her

A PETA statement said: "As Britney is such a victim of the paparazzi and always complaining and crying about how she hates to be held up in her guarded house and can't feel free, she of all people should be able to relate to the horror that captive animals go through when they're used for entertainment.

"Animals are ripped away from their mothers at a young age, kept in chains and prodded with electric shock devices to make them perform."

Britney has yet to comment on the allegations.

Meanwhile, it has been claimed backing dancers due to take part in Britney's upcoming world tour have been asked to take drug tests.

The star's aides are reportedly keen to ensure her comeback remains trouble-free and want to keep her away from negative influences.