Friends Disagree on Jessica Simpson's Post-Pooch Stability

By PopEater Staff Posted Sep 22nd 2009 07:51AM

After losing her beloved pet Daisy to a coyote attack, Jessica Simpson is in mourning - but apparently her friends disagree over how upset the actress/singer really is. PEOPLE spoke to sources close to the star, and their comments ranged from "she'll get through this" to "it will put her into the worst place ever." The Maltipoo was snatched by a coyote while Simpson helplessly watched, and though she has refused to stop searching for the dog, all signs indicate that Daisy is no longer living. One source said, "Daisy was her baby. It's going to put [Jessica] into a tailspin."

Another friend disagreed. "She's really upset, but she's not spiraling out of control by any means," the source said. "She'll get through this but it is like losing a family member. She's focusing on work and spending time with her family and friends."

A friend of the 'Dukes of Hazard' star explained, "Whenever things went wrong for Jessica, she reached for Daisy. Daisy was her security blanket. When people let her down, she always had Daisy."

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Jessica and Daisy

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Jessica Simpson posted a reward for her dog who is missing after attack by coyote September 15, 2009. X17online.com exclusive

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Jessica Simpson lost her dog Daisy, here are file pictures of Daisy sept 15, 2009 X17online.com exclusive

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On Sept. 19, her friend, stylist Ken Paves, convinced Simpson to finally leave her parents' house. They went to Vino in Encino, Calif., but an onlooker says the outing was only slightly successful: "Jessica seemed okay, but wasn't smiling much. The wine made her relax a bit, but it was still obvious that she was having a devastating week."

Another source told PEOPLE that she worries about Simpson's habits without Daisy to keep her occupied. "Jessica is very needy. She is very clingy. She is so sweet, but sometimes because of that she's hard to be around. It's not always easy. She hates to be alone. That's what happened with [ex-boyfriend and Dallas Cowboys quarterback] Tony [Romo]. Jessica smothers people. She doesn't really have any hobbies. Daisy was exactly what Jessica needed."

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Tuesday 22 September

By Dean

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I think Jessica has been in a tailspin most of her life. The woman is a real nut case.

By Ruby

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Actually there is no Anti-Coyote protecting methods, they can and will leap over any fence to get their prey,a coyote was seen climbing 10 feet up a tree to jump a 7 foot fence in my 'hood, grabbed a dog and leapt over the fence with dog in it's jaws. The only way is to keep close or monitor your pet when it is outside, but you better be quick, they are not called wiley coyote for nothing. They are also not afraid of people one followed me and my dog on a walk even though I tried to scare it off, it kept coming till I got into the house. Sorry Jessica lost a pet she is not stupid, lots of pet owners have lost them the same way because they were not aware of how fast and determined coyotes are.

By A MAN

IT'S A DOG FOR THE LOVE OF CHRIST...A DOG IS NOT A FAMILY MEMBER IT IS A PET.
AAAAAUUUGHGHGH

and I am a animal lover by the way but people please priorities

By catelynnw3

You people are ridiculous making comments about her weight and being an irresponsible pet owner. Give me a break! She obviously loved her dog and didn't do anything to cause this to happen. Jessica didn't say it was like losing a family member - a "source" said it. Regardless, losing your dog this way is a traumatic thing - leave her alone already!!!!

To those who say she should've provided an appropriate fence - the article says she watched it happen, which means she was right there watching her dog. Think about Jaycee Dugard, who was kidnapped, her step-father saw it happen. There was nothing he could do to prevent it. How dare anyone blame her for what happened! She was obviously watching her dog.

By Mary

in re to the comments on whether it is harder to lose a pet or a family member, I say this - pets love you unconditionally, most family members do not

By vic

She needs my famous "hot beef injection" to help her get over it.

By michelehedges

I feel so sorry for her. She is obviously missing her little guy. She probably goes through her mind over and over of the things she could have done to prevent this. Honestly, this will do her no good. There is nothing she can do to fix the loss. It truly is a loss. I feel bad for her.

By Linda

It took probably a few seconds for her to lose her dog and my heart goes out to her. She is in alot of pain and probably self-blame too. I agree, the best thing most dog owners can do is have their pet on a leash when out for a walk and not in an enclosed yard. I've lost both parents when I was very young and when I lost my pooches to old age, my heart was broken. People need to be a little kinder to one another.

By Gegee

YOUR WRONG KAT, I'M THE MOTHER OF FOUR CHILDREN AND A GRANDMOTHER TO 4, ONE GOT KILLED IN 2002.
I LOVE MY DOG AND IF ANYTHING HAPPEN TO HIM I'D FALL APART. MY KIDS HAVE THEIR OWN LIVES, BUT MY POOK IS EVERYTHING TO ME AND I AM "HIS LIFE". I ALSO HAVE ANTOEHR LOVABLE DOG THAT TENDS TO STAY WITH MY HUSBAND AND A LOVING BLACK CAT THAT IS MORE LOVING THEN MOST CATS AND IS MORE LIKE A DOG, EVERYONE LOVES HIM AND I ADORE HIM. YOUR PETS ARE YOUR FAMILY AND I AM STAING THAT AS A MOTHER, THIS IS WHY MY CHILDREN ALL HAVE PETS AND LOVE THEM SO MUCH.

By Lin

This comment section is typical of most blogs found on the computer. It is a story of personal loss but I agree that her weight, intelligence, and marital status are not needed here. Some, just enjoy being nasty to others and have to tell the world what they think. Their lack of compassion on ANY form is simply amazing and sickening. That is why, AOL and other sites should not include blog sections. Clean up the junk and the sociopaths.

By Elena

I feel sorry for Jess. It is devastating to lose a pet - I have been there, but I have to agree that you need to be responsible for your animal. I live in New York City and there are absolutely no predators, but even still I won't let my pooch out without me by his side and safe in some form of controlled environment where nothing can get to him that I cannot protect him from. I hope she learned a valuable lesson.

By Pat

I would be upset too, that little dog is so cute and she LOVES it alot, so why wouldn't she be upset? I'm no fan of Jessica but this time I understand her. A pet is a member of your family and they are 98% of the time taken care of as they are thought of as a child, and more so if the person don't have any children of their own.

By laya

What is it going to take for the dumb blonde to realize her pooch is dead. Does the coyote have to regurgitate its bones for her to believe it??

By maria

You people that write such mean things and have to add in the "fat ass" weight jabs at Jessica or who ever the current story is about are really sad. I feel sorry for you all.

By fairyydust

I really feel for Jessica's loss - YES, losing a pet can be JUST like losing a family member. We had to have our spaniel put down after thirteen years, and we all cried like babies - including my father, whom I have never seen cry in my whole life, barring when his mother died. It was difficult, but it would be even more horrifying to have it happen suddenly, without warning, and be incapable of stopping it. I truly hope she gets through this, and she should remember to just focus on the good things - her parents and sister - maybe dote on her nephew for a while if getting another dog is still too painful!

By charlie

i find it difficult to feel sympathy for such a dimwit! maybe she should get a real job and join the real world... that would provide some much-needed maturity.

By pinkkitty626

Aww that's so sad :(. The poor little thing. Looking at the pictures, I can see Jessica loved her dearly. She must be devastated.

By BabyJane

I'm only here because my dog went missing Mon am.
and we live in mountain lion country. I'm so upset I am sick with grief. It hurts a lot and I wish I could hug Jessica because its a deep loss. So sorry for anyone who is going thru this.

By ILOVEDUSTY!

PEOPLE WERE CRUEL FOR WHAT THEY SAID ABOUT JESS DOG... IT WAS AN ACCIDENT SHE SHOULD HAD WENT OUTSIDE WITH THAT DOG... THAT WAS SO SAD.. I FEEL SO SORRY FOR JESS WHO LOST HER BELOVEDPET.. HOPE GOD FIND U ANY COMFORT FOR YOUR LOSS ... U ARE IN MY THOUGH AND MY PRAYER . I KNOW HOW U FEEL THAT WAS AN AWFUL FEELING!!! BLESS YOUR HEART ....

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