Kaley Cuoco Quips About Having a Traveling Circus with Her Family’s Pets
Kaley Cuoco resides in a house full of animals — in every sense of the word.
“It’s pure chaos,” the Big Bang Theory star, 39, reveals exclusively to Us Weekly about sharing her family ranch in Thousand Oaks, California, with dogs, horses, cows, goats, and more. “It’s like a roaming circus. We wouldn’t have it any other way.”
A lifelong animal lover, Cuoco’s pet care brand, Oh Norman!, has recently partnered with The Amanda Foundation in Beverly Hills to assist animals in finding loving homes, although the actress admits she’s tempted to adopt a few herself.
“As soon as I arrived, I thought, ‘I regret this because now I want to take one home,’” she jokes.
Cuoco mentions that her fiancé, Tom Pelphrey, “knew” this would happen, explaining, “He’s like, ‘Okay. Just let me know what you’re bringing home.’”
Before the foundation’s open adoption event, the Flight Attendant star and her team volunteered to give makeovers to the dogs in need of homes.
“We did nail trims, provided haircuts, and even took before-and-after photos to showcase their transformations,” she shares. “We conducted a survey that indicates nine out of ten people prefer adopting a dog that’s clean and smells nice. We found that insight really intriguing, and we thought, ‘If that gives these dogs a better chance at adoption, we’re going to clean them up.’”
Cuoco encourages pet owners to adopt rather than shop, saying, “Most shelters have what you’re looking for, so consider checking them out first instead of buying a dog. Shelters are overwhelmed; we are facing a crisis.”
Since 2023, the 8 Simple Rules alum has been operating Oh Norman! in memory of her beloved rescue dog, which inspired the brand’s name.
“Honestly, I was really inspired by Baby2Baby, which Jessica Alba founded years ago,” she tells Us. “I thought, ‘What an incredible organization — her commitment to children and babies and how she gives back with each purchase. I thought I could do something similar for animals. I hope that one day I can say we’ve given back multimillions like they have.”
Cuoco emphasizes that her company’s products, ranging from supplements to toys, are all “veterinary-approved” and made from natural ingredients.
“And they’re super cute,” she boasts playfully.
Alongside her many animals, the Based on a True Story alum and Pelphrey, 43, share a 2-year-old daughter, Matilda, whom Cuoco describes as “extremely empathetic.”
“Having your kids grow up with a dog or any animal is such a beautiful experience,” she tells Us. “My child has been surrounded by animals since day one. She knows how to behave around them and what actions are appropriate. We’ve taught her from a young age, ‘Be gentle. Do this; don’t do that.’ She’s learned so much already in her two and a half years, which is really special. I highly recommend raising your kids with animals; it’s very significant.”
Cuoco adds that Matilda “has such a strong immune system” thanks to the pets who have been “licking her face” since infancy.
“It’s the best,” she reflects on her enriching life on the farm. “There are plenty of laughs, moments of humility, and humbling experiences. We take life one day at a time in this household, with numerous chores and a lot of dog waste.”
